This study describes how NYC Health + Hospitals implemented a large Community Health Worker (CHW) program in adult primary care from January 2022 to December 2023. It also outlines the metrics used to track the program’s progress. Data collected included workforce demographics, patient details, and program outcomes like patient engagement and goal completion. By June 2023, 97 … [Read more...] about Implementing and monitoring high-quality community health worker care in adult primary care at New York City Health + Hospitals
Exploring the Use of Multiple Participatory Tools to Engage Community Health Workers in Program Evaluation and Implementation: A Case Study From the Philippines
This study looked at three participatory tools used with community health workers (CHWs) in the Philippines, comparing how they worked and what kind of information they produced. The tools helped gather data on CHWs' roles and responsibilities, as well as broader challenges in healthcare delivery. Pairing CHWs for initial discussions encouraged open sharing of experiences, and … [Read more...] about Exploring the Use of Multiple Participatory Tools to Engage Community Health Workers in Program Evaluation and Implementation: A Case Study From the Philippines
Quality of Counselling, Exposure to Vaccination Messages, and Caregivers’ Knowledge on the Uptake of Pentavalent Vaccine in Six Northern Nigerian States
This study looked at factors influencing the uptake of the Pentavalent (Penta) vaccine in Nigeria, where coverage remains low. A survey of 561 caregivers of young children found that 43% of eligible children received all three doses of the vaccine. Quality counseling was provided to only 56% of caregivers, and many had limited exposure to vaccination messages. Key factors … [Read more...] about Quality of Counselling, Exposure to Vaccination Messages, and Caregivers’ Knowledge on the Uptake of Pentavalent Vaccine in Six Northern Nigerian States
Do cash or digital payment modalities affect community health worker performance? – a case study of a remote refugee settlement in Western Uganda
This study compared the performance of community health workers (CHWs) in a refugee settlement in Uganda when paid in cash versus digital payments. The findings showed that CHWs performed better when paid in cash, as digital payments were often delayed and inconsistent, which affected their motivation. Factors like having a secondary education and side jobs were linked to … [Read more...] about Do cash or digital payment modalities affect community health worker performance? – a case study of a remote refugee settlement in Western Uganda
Examining extreme weather event preparedness, response, and recovery among community health workers in Negros Oriental, Philippines: A qualitative study
This study looked at the role of community health workers (CHWs) in helping communities during extreme weather events in the Philippines. CHWs, trained by International Care Ministries, were interviewed to understand how their responsibilities and personal experiences affected their ability to support communities. The study found that CHWs' ability to help during disasters was … [Read more...] about Examining extreme weather event preparedness, response, and recovery among community health workers in Negros Oriental, Philippines: A qualitative study