This review explores how community health workers can help close mental health treatment gaps in underserved areas. The evidence shows that with good training and support, they can deliver effective care, improve access, and lower costs. To make these programs work at scale, health systems need to invest in strong training, supervision, funding, and clear links to existing … [Read more...] about Bridging The Mental Health Gap: The Contribution Of Community Health Workers In Low-Resource Settings
Preset Hearing Aid Program Selection in Low-Income Communities: A Longitudinal Study
This study looked at using preset hearing aids delivered by community health workers (CHWs) in low-income South African communities. Adults with moderate-to-severe hearing loss could choose from four preset programs. Most participants changed their program at least once over six months, and many choices didn’t match clinical recommendations. The findings show CHWs can help … [Read more...] about Preset Hearing Aid Program Selection in Low-Income Communities: A Longitudinal Study
Reimagining Primary Health Care: A Historical and Contemporary Review of Community-Based Care Models and Innovations
This review looked at community-based care over the past decades, showing it improves access to essential services like maternal and child health, infectious disease control, and health promotion. Programs led by volunteers and community health workers strengthened health systems but faced issues like high turnover, limited funding, and weak integration. Case studies from … [Read more...] about Reimagining Primary Health Care: A Historical and Contemporary Review of Community-Based Care Models and Innovations
More work for ASHAs? Exploring the role of whatsapp messaging and community health work in urban slum areas of Varanasi, India
This study looked at India’s community health workers (CHWs) and their growing responsibilities, including family planning, vaccinations, and maternal nutrition. While digital tools were meant to ease their work, they often added extra administrative tasks. CHWs remain crucial for building trust and improving vaccine uptake, especially in urban slums, but they need better … [Read more...] about More work for ASHAs? Exploring the role of whatsapp messaging and community health work in urban slum areas of Varanasi, India
Barriers and Facilitators for Implementing a Dementia Family Caregiver Support Strategy Among Latinos in Primary Care
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) can support Latino family caregivers of people with dementia through a program called ¡Unidos Podemos!, which uses a comic-style booklet, group discussions, and follow-up calls. Interviews with CHWs, providers, and clinic staff showed strong enthusiasm for the program and its simple format. Challenges included logistics, … [Read more...] about Barriers and Facilitators for Implementing a Dementia Family Caregiver Support Strategy Among Latinos in Primary Care