This study looked at whether community health workers’ knowledge about tuberculosis (TB) affected how they detect patients with respiratory symptoms in primary care in Brazil. Among 129 workers, mostly women aged 40–49, the study found no link between their TB knowledge and their attitudes or practices. This suggests that factors other than knowledge influence how workers carry … [Read more...] about Community health workers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices in the detection of respiratory symptomatic patients
Costs and cost-effectiveness of community health worker programmes focussed on non-communicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): a scoping literature review
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) cause most deaths worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly involved in NCD care. This review looked at recent evidence on the cost-effectiveness of CHW programs for NCDs in LMICs. Across 20 studies and 52 scenarios, most showed CHW programs were cost-effective, particularly for … [Read more...] about Costs and cost-effectiveness of community health worker programmes focussed on non-communicable diseases in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): a scoping literature review
Hepatitis B vaccination series completion among residents of low-income housing in Texas: An exploratory analysis of demographic and clinical factors
Chronic hepatitis B remains a public health concern, especially for people experiencing homelessness, veterans, formerly incarcerated individuals, and people who use drugs. In Texas, community health workers offered free HBV testing and vaccination at low-income housing sites. Out of 524 people who started the vaccine series, 305 (58%) completed it. Older age, receiving the … [Read more...] about Hepatitis B vaccination series completion among residents of low-income housing in Texas: An exploratory analysis of demographic and clinical factors
Economic evaluations of community health worker programs focussed on neglected tropical diseases in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): A scoping literature review
Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect over a billion people worldwide. Community health workers (CHWs) could help expand prevention and treatment in low- and middle-income countries, but there is limited evidence on costs and cost-effectiveness. A review of 10 studies found that CHW-led interventions varied widely in cost, with some showing cost-effectiveness, especially … [Read more...] about Economic evaluations of community health worker programs focussed on neglected tropical diseases in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): A scoping literature review
Understanding community health workers’ readiness to provide hyperlipidemia-related self-management support in rural Nepal: a biphasic mixed-methods evaluation
This study looked at whether female community health volunteers in rural Nepal can advise people about high cholesterol. At first, the volunteers were interested but lacked knowledge and confidence. After training, their understanding and confidence improved, but gaps remained. Heavy workload, limited time, and low incentives made it hard for them to take on this role. The … [Read more...] about Understanding community health workers’ readiness to provide hyperlipidemia-related self-management support in rural Nepal: a biphasic mixed-methods evaluation