This study examined whether community health workers in Bangladesh can accurately count a child’s breathing rate to help diagnose pneumonia. They assessed 123 children with suspected pneumonia and compared the breathing counts recorded by community health workers with those reviewed by doctors using video recordings. The results showed that the community health workers measured … [Read more...] about Evaluating the performance of community health care providers in detecting fast breathing in children using a reference video expert panel in Bangladesh
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Community Health Worker-Led Surgical Screening in Remote Pastoralist Communities of Northern Kenya
This study examined whether community health workers could help identify common surgical conditions in remote pastoralist communities in northern Kenya where access to care is limited. Trained community health workers screened nearly 2,850 adults for conditions such as hernias and tumors, and suspected cases were later checked by surgeons. The results showed that the community … [Read more...] about Evaluating the Effectiveness of Community Health Worker-Led Surgical Screening in Remote Pastoralist Communities of Northern Kenya
Integrating Community Health Workers Into Clinical Settings
This study explored what helps or prevents community health workers from being successfully integrated into clinical care teams. Surveys and group discussions with community health workers in Arkansas showed that many felt supported, but several factors affected how well integration worked. These included having clear roles, understanding community needs, good communication … [Read more...] about Integrating Community Health Workers Into Clinical Settings
Reciprocal innovation to improve access to primary healthcare in Belgium: adaptation and development of a community health worker intervention
This study describes how a community health worker program called COMPASS was developed to improve access to primary health care in Belgium. The program was inspired by successful community health worker models from Brazil and South Africa and adapted to fit the Belgian health system. Researchers worked with local stakeholders, studied barriers to care, and tested the approach … [Read more...] about Reciprocal innovation to improve access to primary healthcare in Belgium: adaptation and development of a community health worker intervention
Community health workers fostering trust and engagement in a community-based intervention for depressive older adults in Peru: a qualitative study
This study examined how community health workers helped deliver a home-based mental health program for older adults with depression. Through regular visits, they built trust with participants by listening, showing empathy, and responding to immediate needs. They also adapted activities to keep participants engaged and relied on peer support among themselves to build confidence … [Read more...] about Community health workers fostering trust and engagement in a community-based intervention for depressive older adults in Peru: a qualitative study