This study explores the experiences and perceptions of 487 Community Health Workers (CHWs) regarding mental illness. Findings reveal that CHWs perceive their role positively, enhancing communication skills, confidence, and ability to identify mental disorders. A significant number associate mental illness with religious beliefs but also advocate for compassionate treatment. The … [Read more...] about The community health worker experience and perception toward mental illness: A multi-settings cross-sectional study in Indonesia
Implementation of a digital tool for population management in Primary Health Care
This study introduces a digital diagnostic and monitoring tool for primary healthcare in São Paulo, implemented in 14 healthcare units. It addresses challenges in territory management faced by healthcare professionals. The tool, developed after analyzing existing instruments, improves data reliability, visualization, and work process efficiency. Results suggest successful … [Read more...] about Implementation of a digital tool for population management in Primary Health Care
The Vicious Worm education tool improves the knowledge of community health workers on Taenia solium cysticercosis in Rwanda
In rural Rwanda, community health workers were trained using The Vicious Worm education software to increase knowledge about Taenia solium infections. A study with 207 participants found that baseline knowledge about cysticercosis was low. However, after training, knowledge significantly improved and was maintained four weeks later. Despite challenges like digital illiteracy … [Read more...] about The Vicious Worm education tool improves the knowledge of community health workers on Taenia solium cysticercosis in Rwanda
Community-academic Initiative to Improve Knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease in Hispanic/Latino Community Health Workers
Two educational workshops in Spanish were conducted for 81 Hispanic/Latino community health workers in the Chicagoland area to increase their knowledge of Parkinson's Disease (PD). Pre/post-surveys showed a significant improvement in their understanding of PD causes, symptoms, treatment, and available resources. Educating community health workers in their native language can … [Read more...] about Community-academic Initiative to Improve Knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease in Hispanic/Latino Community Health Workers
Changing Roles: Promoting Cognitive Health in Hispanic Families Through the Community Health Clubs Model
Community Health Clubs (CHCs) in the Lower Rio Grande Valley aimed to enhance caregivers' understanding of neurocognitive conditions through a 10-week curriculum. Led by trained promotoras, sessions covered disorders like ADHD, ASD, Dementia, and Alzheimer's, along with caregiving skills and available resources. Pre/post-surveys and focus groups showed significant knowledge … [Read more...] about Changing Roles: Promoting Cognitive Health in Hispanic Families Through the Community Health Clubs Model