In Anambra State, Nigeria, a study examined awareness and practices regarding Female Genital Schistosomiasis (FGS), a neglected condition caused by the Schistosoma haematobium parasite. Among 530 participants, including community women and community health workers, most had heard of urogenital schistosomiasis but knew nothing about FGS. Community women frequently came into … [Read more...] about Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Toward Female Genital Schistosomiasis among Community Women and Healthcare Workers in Anambra State, Nigeria
Empowering Agricultural Workers Through Community Health Worker-Led Pesticide Safety Workshops in Washington State
A program led by community health workers (CHWs) aimed to educate migrant and refugee agricultural workers in Washington state about pesticide safety. The CHWs conducted 28 workshops in Spanish, reaching 263 participants from various communities. Most attendees had not received prior pesticide training. After the workshops, participants showed improved understanding of … [Read more...] about Empowering Agricultural Workers Through Community Health Worker-Led Pesticide Safety Workshops in Washington State
Quality of life among community health workers in the districts of Koppal, Raichur and Mysore, Karnataka State, India
A study of 739 Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Karnataka, India, assessed their Quality of Life (QoL) using the WHOQOL-BREF tool. The average QoL score was 3.4 out of 5, with the highest ratings for social relationships and the lowest for environmental factors. Higher QoL scores were linked to primary education, a personal income above INR 5000, and a family income between … [Read more...] about Quality of life among community health workers in the districts of Koppal, Raichur and Mysore, Karnataka State, India
The role of a structured community health worker network in achieving malaria elimination goals in the Dominican Republic
This study evaluated the role of community health workers (CHWs) in malaria elimination in Greater Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from 2019 to 2022. The CHW network played a crucial role in detecting and treating malaria cases, contributing significantly to a drop in reported cases from 1,243 in 2019 to just 5 in 2023. CHWs diagnosed and treated a large portion of cases, … [Read more...] about The role of a structured community health worker network in achieving malaria elimination goals in the Dominican Republic
Impact of a community health worker led intervention for improved blood pressure control in urban Nepal
This study in Nepal tested a comprehensive approach to managing hypertension by involving community health workers (CHWs) who made home visits and ensured regular follow-up by healthcare providers. The trial included 1,252 participants with hypertension. Results showed that those in the intervention group had greater reductions in blood pressure and were more likely to engage … [Read more...] about Impact of a community health worker led intervention for improved blood pressure control in urban Nepal