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
Optimizing community health workers and non-biomedical approaches to assess the burden of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in a school-aged population in rural Rwanda
This study assessed a community health worker (CHW)-led program in rural Rwanda to screen and manage soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections among school-aged children. Using a non-biomedical screening tool called Beta CommScreen, CHWs identified 43% of children with potential STH symptoms. About 29% were referred for clinic treatment, while deworming medication was provided … [Read more...] about Optimizing community health workers and non-biomedical approaches to assess the burden of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in a school-aged population in rural Rwanda
Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory
This study analyzed how community health workers engage with older adults in Foz do Iguaçu, Southern Brazil, focusing on home visits. It involved 114 workers, mostly women, with an average age of 43 years and primarily with high school education. The study identified three main challenges: understanding the health needs of older adults within their communities, adapting … [Read more...] about Home visit to the older adults from the perspective of community health workers and the notion of health territory