Planetary health, the link between human health and nature, is under serious threat from climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. Progress to protect the planet is slow, and urgent action is needed. Community health workers (CHWs), who live and work in their communities, are trusted and well-placed to help address climate-related health challenges. By including climate … [Read more...] about Safeguarding planetary health: the contribution of community health workers to climate stability, global equity, and social justice
Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements
This article reviews 30 years of Community Health Agents (CHAs) in Brazil’s Family Health Strategy, showing how they helped strengthen primary health care within the public health system (SUS). Over time, CHAs became a regulated profession, but their work faces challenges, including balancing administrative tasks with community care, reduced team presence, exposure to violence, … [Read more...] about Community Health Agents in the Family Health Strategy: 30 years of resistance and achievements
Global curriculum guide for community health workers
Community health workers play a key role in delivering basic health services and helping countries move toward health care for everyone. Their impact depends on how well they are trained, supported, and included in the health system. This guide was created to help design and improve training programs for community health workers. It responds to large differences between … [Read more...] about Global curriculum guide for community health workers
Impact of a Community Health Worker and Pharmacist Led Vaccine Gap Closure Program in Missouri
This study looked at a Missouri program where pharmacists and community health workers brought vaccines into communities instead of waiting for people to visit clinics. The program reached over 9,000 adults, many of whom faced money problems or trouble accessing care. Most people received at least one vaccine, and counseling helped many who were unsure decide to get vaccinated. … [Read more...] about Impact of a Community Health Worker and Pharmacist Led Vaccine Gap Closure Program in Missouri
ASHAs as Agents of Change: Tackling the Burden of UTIs and Fostering Antibiotic Stewardship in Underserved Communities of India
This project worked with community health workers to help women in Indian slums get care for urinary tract infections. The workers educated women, identified those with symptoms, and helped them get tested and treated at local clinics. Many women who might not have sought care because of stigma were reached. The study shows that trusted community workers can help women get … [Read more...] about ASHAs as Agents of Change: Tackling the Burden of UTIs and Fostering Antibiotic Stewardship in Underserved Communities of India