This study looked at the experiences of community health workers (CHWs) in mental health roles in Southern California. Interviews with CHWs and their supervisors showed that many CHWs feel stressed due to unclear job roles and a lack of training and support. The study highlights the need for better guidance, supervision, and tools to help CHWs make informed decisions and … [Read more...] about A Qualitative Review of Community Health Workers’ Training, Supervision, and Service Delivery Needs
A Remote Intervention Based on mHealth and Community Health Workers for Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in People With HIV: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
This pilot study tested a new program that uses both community health worker (CHW) support and mobile tools to help people with HIV stick to their medication. The program included an app, a smart pill bottle, and regular CHW check-ins, all done remotely. It was found to be easy to use and helpful, with some signs that it may improve medication use and help more people reach an … [Read more...] about A Remote Intervention Based on mHealth and Community Health Workers for Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in People With HIV: Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
“Each one of us did the best we could for the community, while also supporting each other”: community residents’ perspectives on community health worker (CHW) response during the COVID-19 pandemic – a community science worker-led qualitative study
This study looked at how communities in Orange County, California, worked together during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially with help from community health workers (CHWs). Through focus groups and interviews, residents shared how they faced many connected challenges, got support through CHWs, built strong community bonds, and worked together to push for better policies. The … [Read more...] about “Each one of us did the best we could for the community, while also supporting each other”: community residents’ perspectives on community health worker (CHW) response during the COVID-19 pandemic – a community science worker-led qualitative study
Engaging community health workers to promote oral health for people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: a qualitative study
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) in Nepal can help improve oral health care for people with type 2 diabetes. Interviews with CHWs, health workers, and policymakers showed that while oral health care is needed, especially for those with diabetes, there are big challenges, like lack of training, supplies, and clear policies. However, there’s a chance to fix … [Read more...] about Engaging community health workers to promote oral health for people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nepal: a qualitative study
Incorporating Community Case Management in Risk-Based Surveillance for Malaria Elimination in the Dominican Republic
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) helped improve malaria detection in the Dominican Republic. Normally, regular health data isn't enough to show if malaria has stopped spreading, especially when cases are low. By adding CHW data to the system, more areas could confidently be shown to be free of malaria, and for longer periods. The study found that CHW … [Read more...] about Incorporating Community Case Management in Risk-Based Surveillance for Malaria Elimination in the Dominican Republic