Community Health Workers (CHWs) are key to providing healthcare in underserved areas of sub-Saharan Africa but often struggle due to limited training and support. This study reviewed 55 studies on CHW supervision and support interventions from 2013 to 2024. It identified four main types of successful interventions: supervision, job aids, incentives, and training. Effective … [Read more...] about Supervision and Support Interventions Targeted at Community Health Workers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review to Identify Characteristics Associated with Successful Outcomes
Assessing the knowledge and skill of ASHA community health workers in blood pressure measurement and primary care of hypertension
In India, where hypertension is a major issue, a study in Chhattisgarh trained 38,000 Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) to measure blood pressure and provide related advice. The training's effectiveness was tested with two groups of CHWs from rural and urban areas. Results showed that most CHWs performed well in both skills and knowledge tests. Rural CHWs averaged a … [Read more...] about Assessing the knowledge and skill of ASHA community health workers in blood pressure measurement and primary care of hypertension
Enhancing Community Health Workers’ Capacity for Diabetes Coaching: A Collaborative Approach to Support High-Need Residents
This program aimed to boost diabetes self-management in a low-income community by partnering with Community Health Workers (CHWs). The CHWs were trained to provide health coaching and collect data as part of a food-based health intervention. The program, which served Southeast Asian, Latino, and African American communities, included training and resources in multiple … [Read more...] about Enhancing Community Health Workers’ Capacity for Diabetes Coaching: A Collaborative Approach to Support High-Need Residents
Evaluating counseling skills of community health workers for pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province
This study evaluated the counseling skills of Community Health Workers (CHWs) who support pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province, South Africa. Using a questionnaire and data from 81 CHWs, the study found that there were significant differences in how CHWs approached various stages of counseling, such as preparation, introduction, working phase, and termination. Many CHWs … [Read more...] about Evaluating counseling skills of community health workers for pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province
Community Health Navigator assisted transition of care from hospital to community: A randomized control trial
This trial is testing the impact of Community Health Navigators (CHNs) in helping patients with chronic conditions transition from hospital to home. CHNs, who are trusted local community members, aim to improve care and reduce hospital readmissions by providing support and connecting patients with necessary services. The study involves randomly assigning patients to receive … [Read more...] about Community Health Navigator assisted transition of care from hospital to community: A randomized control trial