This review looked at studies on the costs and value of community health worker (CHW) programs in low- and middle-income countries. It included 18 studies covering 42 cases. The review found that while CHWs are important for health care, most studies only reported basic costs, like salaries and program expenses, with limited evidence on whether programs were affordable or … [Read more...] about Costs and cost-effectiveness of integrated horizontal community health worker programmes in low- and middle-income countries (2015-2024): a scoping literature review
Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for Latine Populations in the U.S.: A Systematic Literature Review
The US is facing a mental health crisis, especially among Latine communities who struggle with access to care. This review looked at 27 studies on community health workers (CHWs) providing mental health support to Latines, mostly immigrants and Spanish speakers. The programs focused on issues like depression, stress, and parenting, using approaches such as education, coping … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Interventions for Latine Populations in the U.S.: A Systematic Literature Review
Community health workers’ counseling is based on a deficit model of behavior change
India’s ASHA program has improved access to healthcare in rural areas, but many people still reject medical advice. This study asked ASHAs and their clients why. The main reasons were lack of understanding about health benefits and family or social pressures. However, ASHAs mostly tried to persuade people by giving more health information, rarely addressing social influences. … [Read more...] about Community health workers’ counseling is based on a deficit model of behavior change
Essential aid made fully visible: understanding the proCHW financing landscape analysing accessible donor data sources
This study looked at how much major global funders support professional community health workers (proCHWs). It found that most funders do not clearly track or report how much money goes to proCHWs, making it hard to know the true level of investment. Only two funders shared partial information, while the rest provided none. The study calls for better and more transparent … [Read more...] about Essential aid made fully visible: understanding the proCHW financing landscape analysing accessible donor data sources
Evaluating the effectiveness of community health worker interventions on glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis
This review looked at how community health workers (CHWs) help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar. Analyzing seven studies with over 1,600 participants, it found that CHW support led to clear and meaningful improvements in blood sugar control, especially among low-income and minority groups. … [Read more...] about Evaluating the effectiveness of community health worker interventions on glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis