This study explored the experiences of community health workers (CHWs) in Pader District, Northern Uganda, where many people still struggle to access healthcare after years of conflict and poverty. Through focus group discussions with 46 CHWs, malaria, maternal and child health issues, and rising chronic diseases emerged as top concerns. CHWs said their work is limited by long … [Read more...] about Exploring Local Health Knowledge and Access: Focus Group Findings from Community Health Workers in Pader District, Uganda
Decentralized Screening for Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus and Anemia through A Scalable Model Using Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Telehealth Integration-An Apollo Telehealth Study
This study looked at how trained community health workers (CHWs) in rural India used digital tools to screen people at home for high blood pressure, diabetes, and anemia. Using point-of-care devices and telehealth support, CHWs screened over 143,000 people across nine states. Many were newly diagnosed; 67.5% with hypertension, 50.4% with diabetes, and 76.2% with anemia. Most … [Read more...] about Decentralized Screening for Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus and Anemia through A Scalable Model Using Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Telehealth Integration-An Apollo Telehealth Study
Building community capacity in diabetes care: Perspectives of community health workers
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) in South Africa see their role in supporting people with diabetes. Through group discussions with 32 CHWs in Tshwane District, researchers found that their main work involves health education on diet, lifestyle, medication, family involvement, and self-care. CHWs also help with screening, follow-up, and referrals. The … [Read more...] about Building community capacity in diabetes care: Perspectives of community health workers
Embracing Self-Compassion: An Interpretative Phenomenological Study of Community Health Workers Providing Basic Psychosocial Support in an Urban Setting
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) in the Philippines practice self-compassion while dealing with personal and emotional challenges. Through interviews with nine CHWs, the research found that being kind to themselves, staying self-aware, and drawing strength from spirituality and social connections helped them stay resilient. Family support and faith played … [Read more...] about Embracing Self-Compassion: An Interpretative Phenomenological Study of Community Health Workers Providing Basic Psychosocial Support in an Urban Setting
Supporting community health workers during extreme heat events: A CFIR-ERIC guided scoping review of implementation strategies in low- and middle-income countries
This review looked at how extreme heat affects community health workers (CHWs) in low- and middle-income countries. It found that CHWs face serious risks like dehydration, exhaustion, and stress during heatwaves, yet they often lack training, proper equipment, and policy support to stay safe. Despite these challenges, their close ties with communities and commitment to service … [Read more...] about Supporting community health workers during extreme heat events: A CFIR-ERIC guided scoping review of implementation strategies in low- and middle-income countries