In low-to-middle income countries (LMICs), non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are increasing, stressing healthcare systems. To address this, the report proposes expanding the role of community health workers (CHWs) in prescribing and promoting physical activity. This discussion paper introduces a model for task-shifting, assigning CHWs tasks like assessment, screening, … [Read more...] about Task-Shifting Can Community Health Workers Be Part of the Solution to an Inactive Nation
The importance of community health workers as frontline responders during the COVID-19 pandemic, Somalia, 2020-2021
In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Somalia faced challenges in responding due to a fragile health system. This study highlights the crucial role of community health workers as frontline responders for community-based surveillance. Over 30% of detected COVID-19 cases were identified through community based surveillance systems, and community health workers … [Read more...] about The importance of community health workers as frontline responders during the COVID-19 pandemic, Somalia, 2020-2021
Acceptability and Feasibility of a Nurse-Led, Community Health Worker Partnered Latent Tuberculosis Medication Adherence Model for Homeless Adults
Homeless adults are at increased risk of latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI), which can lead to active tuberculosis (TB) disease. This study focuses on a six-month, nurse-led, and community health worker (CHW)-partnered treatment for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) among homeless adults. Through focus group discussions, barriers like lack of readiness and substance use, … [Read more...] about Acceptability and Feasibility of a Nurse-Led, Community Health Worker Partnered Latent Tuberculosis Medication Adherence Model for Homeless Adults
Equity and empowerment effects: Multiple styles of ‘voluntarism’ in community-based health projects.
Community health workers (CHWs), often volunteers or minimally paid, play vital roles in addressing health disparities. This study focuses on "change-agent" CHWs in an Indian nutrition education program.The analysis reveals challenges in volunteer selection, tensions between volunteer expectations, training and empowerment, and varied perspectives on CHWs payments. While … [Read more...] about Equity and empowerment effects: Multiple styles of ‘voluntarism’ in community-based health projects.
Training Latinx Community Health Workers as Clinical Research and Health Care System Navigators
Community health workers (CHWs), also known as promotores de salud, serve as vital connectors between community members, organizations, and healthcare systems. Primarily from the communities they serve, CHWs play crucial roles in providing culturally appropriate health information, navigating systems, and building trust, especially with marginalized groups like Latino/Hispanic … [Read more...] about Training Latinx Community Health Workers as Clinical Research and Health Care System Navigators