In this study, the authors explored how participation in curriculum-development workshops for a digital advocacy course influenced the perceptions of community health workers (CHWs) regarding advocacy. Data from discussions and surveys over six months involving 25 CHWs revealed an initial perception of themselves as community advocates but not self-advocates. However, they … [Read more...] about Community health worker perspectives on advocacy: design-based research to develop a digital advocacy training course
Community Health Workers and mHealth: adoption of strategies for the prevention of cervical cancer in Argentina
This study explores Community Health Workers' (CHWs) perceptions of a multicomponent mHealth intervention aimed at promoting triage cytology among HPV+ women. Using surveys and frameworks for evaluation, the study found that 78.3% of CHWs expressed intention to adopt the intervention, with higher adoption likelihood among those who perceived it as advantageous and easy to … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers and mHealth: adoption of strategies for the prevention of cervical cancer in Argentina
A Descriptive Study On The Impact Of Community Health Workers And Medicaid Reimbursement In The United States
This study explores how Medicaid reimbursement for community health workers (CHWs) affects their integration into healthcare settings and their practice. A survey of CHWs and Medicaid officials in the US revealed that reimbursement enhances CHWs' ability to help patients access needed care and increases Medicaid enrollment while decreasing disenrollment. Consistent funding and … [Read more...] about A Descriptive Study On The Impact Of Community Health Workers And Medicaid Reimbursement In The United States
Community Health Workers To Strengthen Hiv Care Continuum And Prep Delivery In The Us/hics: A Scoping Review
Amid the global HIV/AIDS burden, community health workers (CHWs) play a pivotal role in high-income countries (HICs), particularly the United States. This scoping review examines CHWs' impact on HIV outcomes in HICs and identifies evidence gaps in community-based HIV/PrEP services. Out of 1631 abstracts, 34 articles were selected, revealing CHWs' diverse roles in HIV care, … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers To Strengthen Hiv Care Continuum And Prep Delivery In The Us/hics: A Scoping Review
Exploring Health Equity In Global Community Health Worker Compensation With Cfir Analysis
Ensuring fair compensation for community health workers (CHWs) is crucial for their sustained impact on health equity worldwide. This review examines six compensation models using empirical literature and the CFIR framework. It identifies factors influencing CHW effectiveness and their impact on global health equity. Grant-based models show promise but face sustainability … [Read more...] about Exploring Health Equity In Global Community Health Worker Compensation With Cfir Analysis