Authors: Sadia Anjum Ashrafi, Emilie Schramer, Andiara Schwingel
This scoping review examines the role of community health workers (CHWs) in chronic kidney disease (CKD) care. Analysis of 23 studies from 10 countries revealed CHWs’ involvement in CKD diagnosis, health education, and patient navigation, primarily in home or clinic settings. Training was common among CHWs, indicating their potential to improve CKD care globally. However, further research, funding, and policy attention are needed to establish sustainable CKD care models involving CHWs.
Link: COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Resource Topic: Kidney Disease
Resource Type: Review
Year: 2024
Region: Global
Country:
Publisher May Restrict Access: No