This study in Nigeria assessed the role of community health workers (CHWs) in managing hypertension and patient satisfaction. It involved 381 CHWs across five states, finding that only a third could correctly diagnose hypertension and few knew the necessary baseline investigations. Supervision by doctors was linked to better diagnostic knowledge. Patient satisfaction with CHW … [Read more...] about The Role of Community Health Workers in the Management of Hypertension in Nigeria
Tuberculosis and the Training of Treatment: A Dive into the Flip Side of Global Health | Professor Bill Bower
In this episode of "What is Global Health," Kyle Tong interviews Professor Bill Bower from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. They discuss lay health worker training, the current Tuberculosis landscape, and Bower's extensive global health experience. Bower, with 19 years of work in Latin America, Africa, and Asia, co-authored influential health guides and led … [Read more...] about Tuberculosis and the Training of Treatment: A Dive into the Flip Side of Global Health | Professor Bill Bower
Exploring the motivations of female community health volunteers in primary healthcare provision in rural Nepal: a qualitative study.
This study explores what motivates Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) in rural Nepal, crucial for achieving Primary Healthcare (PHC) goals. Through interviews and focus groups, motivations were found to be strong despite challenges. FCHVs are committed but face financial strain, lack of community recognition, and bureaucratic burdens. These issues undermine their … [Read more...] about Exploring the motivations of female community health volunteers in primary healthcare provision in rural Nepal: a qualitative study.
“Come to a Conclusion Together”—Feedback on the Collaboration around Technology Using Community Health Workers in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D-CATCH) Study
This study explores the T1D-CATCH intervention, aiming to enhance diabetes technology adoption among minoritized young adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Through post-intervention interviews with 11 participants (mean age 25 yrs, 73% female, including Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black individuals), findings indicate high satisfaction and increased engagement with diabetes … [Read more...] about “Come to a Conclusion Together”—Feedback on the Collaboration around Technology Using Community Health Workers in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D-CATCH) Study
Diabetes Training for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community Health Workers
This pilot study describes an adapted Community Health Worker (CHW) training for individuals in the Deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) community interested in supporting diabetes self-management education. Three participants completed an extended 22-hour training program designed specifically for (American Sign Language) ASL communication needs, which included adapted training … [Read more...] about Diabetes Training for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community Health Workers