This review looked at how community health workers are trained to help prevent heart disease and stroke in low- and middle-income countries. It found that many training programs focus on basic tasks like screening and health talks but miss key areas. These include how to communicate in ways that fit local culture, support people to change habits, understand data, navigate the … [Read more...] about A knowledge, attitude and practice-based integrative literature review of community health worker training on stroke and cardiovascular diseases in low-and middle-income countries
Influenza Vaccine Uptake in the Elderly: Biopsychosocial Vulnerabilities and Effectiveness of a Community-Health Worker Administered Preventive Program
This study looked at older adults who had not received the flu vaccine and tested whether support from community health workers could help. Community health workers helped explain the vaccine, make access easier, and follow up with participants. After the program, flu vaccination rates doubled, and participants reported better overall health and less pain. The study shows that … [Read more...] about Influenza Vaccine Uptake in the Elderly: Biopsychosocial Vulnerabilities and Effectiveness of a Community-Health Worker Administered Preventive Program
Designing and evaluating training for female community health volunteers to promote physical activity in semi-urban Nepal: a co-designed approach
This study looked at how training female community health volunteers in Nepal can help promote physical activity and prevent long-term diseases. Volunteers helped design the training and learning materials, which made them easy to use and relevant. After the training, the volunteers had better knowledge about physical activity, felt more confident doing home visits, and found … [Read more...] about Designing and evaluating training for female community health volunteers to promote physical activity in semi-urban Nepal: a co-designed approach
Accelerating community health worker programmes: a key priority of the Global Health Initiatives for the operationalisation of the Lusaka Agenda in Africa
Community health workers are vital to primary healthcare in Africa and play a key role during health emergencies. However, many CHW programs struggle because of weak coordination, short-term funding, and partners working separately. The Lusaka Agenda offers a chance for governments, donors, and health organizations to work together under a shared plan, budget, and tracking … [Read more...] about Accelerating community health worker programmes: a key priority of the Global Health Initiatives for the operationalisation of the Lusaka Agenda in Africa
Job satisfaction, mental health, and workplace well-being of community health workers: a cross-sectional study
This study looked at how community health workers in New Jersey feel about their jobs and their mental wellbeing. Most CHWs were happy with their supervisors, felt valued, and had strong support from coworkers. However, many were unhappy with pay, workload, and limited chances to grow in their careers. Some reported feeling stressed or emotionally drained, and a small number … [Read more...] about Job satisfaction, mental health, and workplace well-being of community health workers: a cross-sectional study