Without sustainable domestic investment, the Central African Republic’s Community Health Strategy cannot reach its full potential — and the most vulnerable communities will remain underserved. This policy brief explores how much funding is needed to implement community health services nationwide, where current resources come from, and what practical steps can strengthen … [Read more...] about How much is Invested in Community Health in the Central African Republic? Sustainable Financing for CHWs Is Critical to Achieving Universal Health Coverage (Policy Brief)
Enhancing Investments in Primary Health Care for the Achievement of Universal Health Coverage in Sierra Leone (Policy Brief)
How can Sierra Leone reduce high out-of-pocket health costs and ensure that all citizens can access essential care without financial hardship? What innovative financing mechanisms are needed to deliver on the country’s commitment to Universal Health Coverage? And how can coordination between government stakeholders and partners drive lasting impact? This policy brief, … [Read more...] about Enhancing Investments in Primary Health Care for the Achievement of Universal Health Coverage in Sierra Leone (Policy Brief)
Strengthening Community Health in Senegal: Lessons from a Ministry-led self-assessment (Senegal Policy Brief)
Who is funding community health in Senegal and is it enough? Are resources reaching frontline workers and communities effectively? What must change to build a stronger and sustainably financed primary healthcare system at the community level? This policy brief, developed by Senegal’s Ministry of Health and Social Action with support from the Financing Alliance for Health, … [Read more...] about Strengthening Community Health in Senegal: Lessons from a Ministry-led self-assessment (Senegal Policy Brief)
Incorporating community-engaged research into a statewide community health worker-driven infrastructure for addressing health disparities in public health emergency
This study looked at a new statewide model in Indiana that puts community health workers (CHWs) at the center of efforts to reduce health disparities and strengthen public health. Through focus groups across nine districts, CHWs and community partners proposed solutions like improving health literacy, expanding transportation, increasing access to care, and offering preventive … [Read more...] about Incorporating community-engaged research into a statewide community health worker-driven infrastructure for addressing health disparities in public health emergency
Implementing a Community Health Worker Model to Address Health-Related Social Needs in a Community Pharmacy Network: A Pragmatic Evaluation
This study tested a program in New York where pharmacy staff were trained as community health workers to screen for social needs like food, housing, and transportation, and connect patients to support. Out of more than 1,000 people screened, nearly half of referrals were successfully resolved. The program also proved cost-effective, saving far more than it cost to run. The … [Read more...] about Implementing a Community Health Worker Model to Address Health-Related Social Needs in a Community Pharmacy Network: A Pragmatic Evaluation