This study tested a training program for lay health workers in Karachi to screen newborns for visible birth defects and refer families for care. After the four-week training, participants showed clear improvement in knowledge and skills, with high agreement with a physician’s assessments. Health workers gave positive feedback on the program, highlighting effective teaching and … [Read more...] about Newborn screening and referral for congenital anomalies by lay health workers in Pakistan: a mixed-methods study to evaluate the effectiveness of a co-created educational intervention
A Lay Health Worker-Led Symptom Intervention and Acute Care Use in Older Adults With Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial
This study tested whether lay health workers could help older adults with cancer by regularly checking their symptoms by phone. Patients who received these assessments had fewer emergency visits and hospitalizations, lower healthcare costs, and were less likely to use acute care near the end of life. The findings suggest that lay health worker–led symptom monitoring can improve … [Read more...] about A Lay Health Worker-Led Symptom Intervention and Acute Care Use in Older Adults With Cancer: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Systematic review of healthcare-led and lay-led interventions for type 2 diabetes in community settings
This meta-analysis looked at community-based programs for people with type 2 diabetes, including those led by non-healthcare workers or supported by peers. These programs improved blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, and body weight, though they didn’t significantly change HDL or LDL levels. Professional-led programs were slightly more effective than non-professional ones, … [Read more...] about Systematic review of healthcare-led and lay-led interventions for type 2 diabetes in community settings
Effectiveness of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Depression Intervention for Uninsured Latine Immigrants
This study tested a mental health program, Strong Minds, delivered by community health workers to Spanish-speaking Latine immigrants in the U.S. Participants who completed the 10-session program showed improvements in depression and anxiety. People with more severe symptoms were more likely to finish the program. The results suggest CHWs can effectively deliver mental health … [Read more...] about Effectiveness of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Depression Intervention for Uninsured Latine Immigrants
Bridging communities, prevention, and heart health: U.S. strategies for CHW cardiovascular training and integration
This review looked at how community health workers (CHWs) can help prevent and manage heart disease in the U.S. Evidence shows CHWs improve blood pressure control, medication adherence, and connect patients to needed services. Effective programs clearly define CHW tasks, provide proper training, and integrate them into clinics, payers, or community settings. To expand CHW … [Read more...] about Bridging communities, prevention, and heart health: U.S. strategies for CHW cardiovascular training and integration