This review analyzed studies on whether community health workers (CHWs) help people with both diabetes and depression. Results showed that CHW support led to small improvements in depression and blood sugar levels, but the changes were not statistically significant. Even so, the evidence suggests CHWs can still benefit vulnerable groups by offering culturally tailored support … [Read more...] about Community health worker interventions in diabetes and depression: meta-analysis
Integrative Empowerment Intervention of Community Health Workers In Controlling Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) With A Herbal- Based Local Wisdom Approach
This study tested whether training could help community health workers use local herbal knowledge to prevent and manage non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Fifty-seven workers in Wagir received a structured empowerment session. After the training, their knowledge and skills improved significantly. The results show that empowering CHWs with herbal-based local wisdom can strengthen … [Read more...] about Integrative Empowerment Intervention of Community Health Workers In Controlling Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) With A Herbal- Based Local Wisdom Approach
Factors Influencing Performance and Engagement of Community Health Workers in Maternal and Child Health Service Delivery: A Systematic Review of Literature from Low- and Middle-Income Asian Countries
This review looked at what affects how community health workers (CHWs) in Asia deliver maternal and child health services. Across 30 studies, the key factors included personal motivation and skills, family and peer support, access to training and resources, community attitudes and safety, and broader health policies and funding. Many challenges come from gaps in knowledge, … [Read more...] about Factors Influencing Performance and Engagement of Community Health Workers in Maternal and Child Health Service Delivery: A Systematic Review of Literature from Low- and Middle-Income Asian Countries
Caring Within Platform Capitalism: Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Social Media for Health Promotion and Advocacy
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) use social media in their work. Through interviews and group discussions in one of the southeastern U.S. states, researchers found that while CHWs rarely post in official roles, they do use social media in other ways to support their communities and connect with peers. They often struggle with balancing personal and … [Read more...] about Caring Within Platform Capitalism: Community Health Workers’ Perspectives on Social Media for Health Promotion and Advocacy
Bring It Down: A Formative Evaluation of Reach and Effectiveness of a Blood Pressure Reduction Program in Detroit, Michigan USA
The Bring it Down program tested whether community health workers could help people with high blood pressure connect to primary care and improve their health. Participants were recruited from emergency departments and mobile health units. Out of thousands eligible, only a small percentage joined the program. Among those who followed up, blood pressure dropped by an average of … [Read more...] about Bring It Down: A Formative Evaluation of Reach and Effectiveness of a Blood Pressure Reduction Program in Detroit, Michigan USA