This study looked at how male and female community health workers in Brazil experience and notice different types of violence. It found that men were more likely to report and experience violence in public spaces, while women were more aware of domestic and sexual violence. These differences show that gender shapes how violence is seen and experienced. The study highlights the … [Read more...] about Domestic and urban violence faced by community health workers: a multidimensional analysis in vulnerable territories in northeastern Brazil during and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Community Perceptions of Integrating Community Health Workers and Telehealth Services for Chronic Disease Management in a Rural Island Community: A Qualitative Study
This study explored how people in a remote island community in Puerto Rico feel about using telehealth together with community health workers to manage chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. People trusted community health workers and valued their support, while telehealth was seen as helpful in reducing travel and improving access to care. However, there were … [Read more...] about Community Perceptions of Integrating Community Health Workers and Telehealth Services for Chronic Disease Management in a Rural Island Community: A Qualitative Study
A village health worker intervention to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in remote areas of armed conflict in Myanmar-results from a feasibility study in three villages
This study tested whether community health workers could help manage heart disease risk in villages affected by conflict in Myanmar. They screened people, provided follow-up care at home, and helped patients start and stick to treatment. The program reached many people, improved access to medicines, and led to better control of blood pressure. While some challenges like … [Read more...] about A village health worker intervention to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in remote areas of armed conflict in Myanmar-results from a feasibility study in three villages
Community Health Workers’ and Pharmacists’ Perspectives of a CHW-Pharmacist Collaboration Model to Support Medication Adherence
This study explored whether community health workers and pharmacists could work together to help patients take their medicines correctly. Most participants believed this teamwork could improve care, especially because community health workers help build trust with patients. However, they also pointed out challenges like unclear roles, limited training, and the need for better … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ and Pharmacists’ Perspectives of a CHW-Pharmacist Collaboration Model to Support Medication Adherence
A Community-Based Usability Study of an AI-Enabled Oral Cancer Screening App Operated by Village Health Volunteers: Mixed Methods Study
This study developed a mobile app that uses artificial intelligence to help community health volunteers in Thailand screen for oral cancer. The app was easy to use, worked well in identifying possible cases, and was well accepted by the volunteers. It helped bring screening closer to communities and could reduce delays in diagnosis. The study shows that simple digital tools can … [Read more...] about A Community-Based Usability Study of an AI-Enabled Oral Cancer Screening App Operated by Village Health Volunteers: Mixed Methods Study