In this ecological study, researchers evaluated the Smart-LyncAges project, an initiative that encouraged peer educators in Zimbabwe to teach adolescent sexual and reproductive health while promoting voluntary medical male circumcision services. Fifty-eight peer educators from the Bulawayo and Darwin districts were involved in Smart-LyncAges. Researchers assessed peer educator … [Read more...] about Retention and performance of peer educators and sustainability of HIV prevention services for adolescents in the Zimbabwe Smart-LyncAges project: an ecological study
Community Health Workers’ Role in Addressing Farmworker Health Disparities
This study investigated community health worker practices and challenges while providing farmworkers with health education. Researchers conducted three focus group discussions with 28 CHWs who served farmworkers in North Carolina, United States. During discussions, researchers collected information regarding preparation for health outreach, health education delivery, and … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers’ Role in Addressing Farmworker Health Disparities
Cultural adaptation of psychological interventions for people with mental disorders delivered by lay health workers in Africa: scoping review and expert consultation
This literature review sought to explore the cultural appropriateness and sustainability of psychological services provided by Lay Health Workers in Africa. Authors reviewed ten peer-reviewed articles from Zimbabwe, Uganda, South Africa, and Zambia. Of the interventions, five described group-based therapy, three described problem solving therapy, and two others explored … [Read more...] about Cultural adaptation of psychological interventions for people with mental disorders delivered by lay health workers in Africa: scoping review and expert consultation
Crowdsourced Community Support Resources Among Patients Discharged From the Emergency Department During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Pilot Feasibility Study
In this article, authors created and tested an SMS messaging system to explore community needs, connect individuals with resources, and facilitate CHW work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers recruited more than 350 participants from emergency department discharge records in Pennsylvania, U.S. Eligible participants were aged 18 years or older, had recently visited the ED, … [Read more...] about Crowdsourced Community Support Resources Among Patients Discharged From the Emergency Department During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Pilot Feasibility Study
Can telemedicine address neurologic health disparities in rural Guatemala: a health promotor educational intervention study
This study sought to determine the prevalence of neurologic disorders in San Lucas Tolíman, Guatemala. Additionally, researchers aimed to increase interest and knowledge in neurologic conditions among local health promoters. Using the results of a neurologic needs assessment, authors designed virtual monthly neurology-based workshops for 29 health promoters. Health promoters … [Read more...] about Can telemedicine address neurologic health disparities in rural Guatemala: a health promotor educational intervention study