In the TIME made simple trial (SIMPLE), this study conducted a secondary analysis focusing on healthcare utilization and factors influencing hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels among low-income, uninsured Hispanics with or at risk for type 2 diabetes. The study compared outcomes between groups receiving telehealth-supported community health worker (CHW) interventions and standard … [Read more...] about A community health worker led diabetes self-management education program: Reducing patient and system burden
Reducing stigma and promoting HIV wellness/mental health of sexual and gender minorities: RCT results from a group-based programme in Nigeria
In Lagos, Nigeria, this study developed and tested a group-based intervention using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques for men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women (TGW) at risk for or living with HIV. This involved four weekly sessions led by community health workers. Through a randomized controlled trial and qualitative research, the study found … [Read more...] about Reducing stigma and promoting HIV wellness/mental health of sexual and gender minorities: RCT results from a group-based programme in Nigeria
Enhancing cervical cancer knowledge among women of reproductive age: a dialogue-based community health education intervention in rural Kisumu County, Kenya
This study in rural Kisumu County, Kenya, aimed to improve knowledge about cervical cancer among women of reproductive age through dialogue-based community health education led by trained community health volunteers. A pre- and post-intervention comparison with a control group showed significant knowledge improvement among participants who received the intervention. This … [Read more...] about Enhancing cervical cancer knowledge among women of reproductive age: a dialogue-based community health education intervention in rural Kisumu County, Kenya
Expanding community case management of malaria to all ages can improve universal access to malaria diagnosis and treatment results from a cluster randomized trial in Madagascar
This study in rural Madagascar explored expanding malaria community case management (mCCM) to all age groups to enhance access to malaria care. Thirty health centers and associated community health workers (CHWs) were involved, with half implementing mCCM for all ages and the other half restricted to children under 5. Results showed a nearly threefold increase in care-seeking … [Read more...] about Expanding community case management of malaria to all ages can improve universal access to malaria diagnosis and treatment results from a cluster randomized trial in Madagascar
A Multicomponent Intervention (POSSIBLE) to Improve Perceived Risk for HIV Among Black Sexual Minority Men: Feasibility and Preliminary Effectiveness Pilot Study
The study aimed to increase HIV prevention among Black sexual minority men by using a multicomponent intervention called POSSIBLE, which combined the PrEPme smartphone app with a peer change agent (PCA). Conducted in Baltimore between 2019 and 2021 with 69 participants, the intervention targeted increasing perceived risk for HIV (PRH) to boost PrEP uptake. Participants used the … [Read more...] about A Multicomponent Intervention (POSSIBLE) to Improve Perceived Risk for HIV Among Black Sexual Minority Men: Feasibility and Preliminary Effectiveness Pilot Study