This study examined the digital skills of community health workers in Shanghai, China, for promoting health through digital media. It found that nearly half of the workers used digital media for over 19 hours a week, but their overall digital capacity for health promotion was moderate. Factors such as education level, positive attitudes toward digital media, and experience in … [Read more...] about Factors Associated With Digital Capacity for Health Promotion Among Primary Care Workers: Cross-Sectional Survey Study
Health literacy on physical therapy among senior citizens with physical disability and barangay health workers
This study explored the understanding of physical therapy (PT) among senior citizens with disabilities and community health workers (CHWs) in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It found that most CHWs were women, aged 40–69, with limited education, which could affect their understanding of PT. Senior citizens, mostly with musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis, also had low health … [Read more...] about Health literacy on physical therapy among senior citizens with physical disability and barangay health workers
Development and Validation of Mental Health Literacy Assessment Scale among Community Health Workers and Volunteers in Nepal
This study developed and validated a tool called the Mental Health Literacy Assessment Scale (MHLAS) to measure the mental health knowledge of community health workers (CHWs) and volunteers in Nepal. The tool was created by reviewing existing literature, consulting experts, and gathering feedback from CHWs. It identified four key areas of mental health literacy: positive … [Read more...] about Development and Validation of Mental Health Literacy Assessment Scale among Community Health Workers and Volunteers in Nepal
Community health workers supporting emerging adults with sickle cell disease
This study looks at the role of community health workers (CHWs) in helping adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease transition from pediatric to adult care. Interviews with CHWs and their supervisors highlighted three main points: (1) CHWs supported the transition to adulthood for patients, (2) they built trusting relationships with patients, and (3) the role … [Read more...] about Community health workers supporting emerging adults with sickle cell disease
Evolutionizing Diabetes Care: Mobile App-Based Teledermatology With Interprofessional Collaboration And Community Empowerment For Managing Skin Complications Of Diabetes Mellitus
This study looks at new ways to manage skin problems caused by diabetes, such as infections and ulcers, which affect quality of life and increase healthcare costs. It focuses on using teledermatology, or remote dermatology services, along with teamwork between doctors, nurses, and community health workers. The review found that teledermatology helped patients get faster … [Read more...] about Evolutionizing Diabetes Care: Mobile App-Based Teledermatology With Interprofessional Collaboration And Community Empowerment For Managing Skin Complications Of Diabetes Mellitus