This study looked at how well a program worked that placed community health workers inside rural pharmacies in Arkansas. Most CHWs and pharmacy supervisors said the model fit well, was practical, and made sense in their setting. CHWs were satisfied with their roles, and supervisors saw clear benefits for patients. Helpful factors included strong community need, supportive … [Read more...] about Evaluating the implementation and sustainment potential of a pharmacy-embedded community health worker model
Safe Patient Handling Musculoskeletal Injury-Prevention Smartphone App for Community Health Care Workers: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study
This study developed and tested the SPH MSIP smartphone app to help community health care workers handle patients safely and prevent musculoskeletal injuries. Through co-design with workers, the app provides step-by-step guidance for high-risk tasks. In a one-month trial with 28 participants, the app was easy to use, useful, and well-received. Results suggest it can support … [Read more...] about Safe Patient Handling Musculoskeletal Injury-Prevention Smartphone App for Community Health Care Workers: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study
A Digital Adaptation of the WHO’s Self-Help Plus Psychological Intervention to Alleviate Stress Among Community Health Workers: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of the SAMBHAV Program in Rural India
This study tested a smartphone-based version of the WHO’s Self-Help Plus program, called SAMBHAV, to help community health workers (ASHAs) in rural India manage stress and burnout. Forty ASHAs used the app over 12 weeks, showing reduced psychological distress and reporting it was practical, easy to use, and empowering. While some app navigation issues were noted, the … [Read more...] about A Digital Adaptation of the WHO’s Self-Help Plus Psychological Intervention to Alleviate Stress Among Community Health Workers: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of the SAMBHAV Program in Rural India
Development of a prediction model for infant hospitalization and death using clinical features assessed by community health workers during routine postnatal home visits in Dhaka, Bangladesh
This study developed a model to help community health workers in Dhaka, Bangladesh identify young infants at risk of hospitalization or death. Using routine home visit data, key risk factors included birth complications, umbilical cord care, gestational age, and four symptoms; nasal congestion, cough, jaundice, and skin rash. The model predicted serious illness better than the … [Read more...] about Development of a prediction model for infant hospitalization and death using clinical features assessed by community health workers during routine postnatal home visits in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Mental Health Knowledge, Perceived Risk, and Perceived Stigma Among Community Health Workers in Haiti, Malawi, and Rwanda: a cross-sectional study
This study surveyed CHWs in Haiti, Malawi, and Rwanda to understand how they view mental health, what they know, and how much stigma they see around them. Many CHWs saw their risk of mental illness as similar to their risk of physical illness, and women often felt more at risk than men. Knowledge scores were moderate, with common gaps such as not recognizing addiction as a … [Read more...] about Mental Health Knowledge, Perceived Risk, and Perceived Stigma Among Community Health Workers in Haiti, Malawi, and Rwanda: a cross-sectional study