A pilot program in Austin, Texas, used Community Health Workers (CHWs) to support Latinx patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Many of these patients had never seen a doctor before and had unmet health needs. CHWs helped by assessing social needs, coordinating care, and providing follow-up support. Patients, most of whom spoke Spanish, were highly satisfied with the program and … [Read more...] about Addressing Health-Related Social Needs During COVID-19 Through a Hospital-Based, Community Health Worker Program: A Case Study
Community Health Worker-Led Intervention to Increase Hepatitis D Virus Screening among Immigrants in the Metropolitan-DC Area
Hepatitis delta virus (HDV) is a serious infection that affects people with hepatitis B (HBV), increasing their risk of liver cancer. However, HDV screening is not common, especially among immigrant communities in Metropolitan-DC, where HBV rates are high. The Health Betterment Initiative (HBI) trained community health workers (CHWs) to educate immigrants about HDV and … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker-Led Intervention to Increase Hepatitis D Virus Screening among Immigrants in the Metropolitan-DC Area
Community Engagement and Chronic Viral Hepatitis Public Health Interventions: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Complementary Crowdsourcing Open Call
Chronic viral hepatitis is a major health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study reviewed research and gathered community ideas to understand how community engagement can improve hepatitis care. The review found that community health workers, peer support, education programs, and patient advocacy helped increase vaccination, testing, and … [Read more...] about Community Engagement and Chronic Viral Hepatitis Public Health Interventions: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Complementary Crowdsourcing Open Call
A critical review of literature and a conceptual framework for organizing and researching urban health and community health services in low- and middle-income countries
As cities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) grow rapidly, healthcare research has mostly focused on rural areas, overlooking urban health challenges. This review explores how insights from sociology can improve understanding of urban health issues, particularly in community health worker (CHW) programs. It highlights key urban features like diversity, crowded living … [Read more...] about A critical review of literature and a conceptual framework for organizing and researching urban health and community health services in low- and middle-income countries
Mitigating moral distress by enhancing healthcare workers’ understanding of challenges faced by carers of children with disabilities in low-resource settings in Kenya
This study explores the psychological well-being of female caregivers of children with disabilities in low-resource areas of Kenya. Caregiving can be challenging, leading to stress and emotional strain. The research identifies factors that affect caregivers' well-being and suggests ways healthcare workers can offer support. Simple actions, like using clear language to explain a … [Read more...] about Mitigating moral distress by enhancing healthcare workers’ understanding of challenges faced by carers of children with disabilities in low-resource settings in Kenya