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
Optimizing the Community Health Worker (CHW) Program in Belize and Understanding its Unique Intermediary Position within the Health System: Perspective from the World Health Organization (WHO) Health Systems Approach
This study assessed Belize’s national community health worker (CHW) program, which has been crucial in improving population health since its launch in 1982. Using a qualitative approach, the research found that while the program has benefited from strategic health system changes and WHO guidelines, challenges remain in areas like funding, medication availability, and … [Read more...] about Optimizing the Community Health Worker (CHW) Program in Belize and Understanding its Unique Intermediary Position within the Health System: Perspective from the World Health Organization (WHO) Health Systems Approach
Communities of Practice to Improve the Delivery of Contact Tracing for Tuberculosis by Community Health Workers: Antecedents and Mechanisms of Action
This study explored how Communities of Practice (CoPs) can help community health workers (CHWs) improve their performance in low-resource settings, specifically in Uganda. CoPs are groups that regularly meet to share knowledge and support each other. The research showed that CoPs enhanced collective efficacy and social support among CHWs, improving their ability to conduct … [Read more...] about Communities of Practice to Improve the Delivery of Contact Tracing for Tuberculosis by Community Health Workers: Antecedents and Mechanisms of Action
Pilot randomized controlled trial of biofeedback on reducing psychological and physiological stress among persons experiencing homelessness
This study tested a heart rate variability-biofeedback (HRV-BF) intervention against a health promotion (HP) program to improve mental health in homeless adults in Los Angeles. Forty participants were divided into two groups, receiving eight weekly sessions over two months, delivered by a nurse-led team of community health workers (CHWs). Both interventions improved heart rate … [Read more...] about Pilot randomized controlled trial of biofeedback on reducing psychological and physiological stress among persons experiencing homelessness