This study in Ethiopia compared two ways of giving tuberculosis (TB) preventive treatment to children at risk: one at home and one at a health facility. Home-based care, provided by community health workers, was cheaper for both the health system and families. It also helped more children start treatment in most cases. While home visits may not fully replace clinic care, … [Read more...] about Cost and cost-effectiveness of pediatric home-based versus facility-based TB Preventive Treatment in Ethiopia (CHIP-TB)
Navigating double burden Community health workers in rural Dominican Republic living and working through the epidemiologic transition
In rural Dominican Republic, community health workers (CHWs) are dealing with both infectious diseases and rising non-communicable diseases at the same time. In interviews, CHWs said they see themselves as leaders improving community health, but their work has become harder. Their roles have grown, yet they face low pay, heavy workloads, and added pressure due to gender … [Read more...] about Navigating double burden Community health workers in rural Dominican Republic living and working through the epidemiologic transition
Effects of a Standardized Community Health Worker Intervention on Health Care Utilization Within an Integrated Delivery System
This study looked at how a Community Health Worker (CHW) program called IMPaCT affected hospital use and primary care visits among low-income adults in Portland, Oregon. People in the program worked with CHWs for three months to set health goals and get support, mostly over the phone due to COVID-19. Compared to those receiving usual care, patients in the program spent less … [Read more...] about Effects of a Standardized Community Health Worker Intervention on Health Care Utilization Within an Integrated Delivery System
Community health workers role in combating public health emergencies lessons from Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone has faced major health crises like Ebola, COVID-19, and mpox, which revealed how weak the health system is. Community Health Workers (CHWs) have played a key role in reaching people in remote areas, helping with contact tracing, public education, and keeping health services going. However, they face challenges like poor training, low pay, lack of supplies, and not … [Read more...] about Community health workers role in combating public health emergencies lessons from Sierra Leone
Socio-economic determinants of mortality among children aged 0–10 years in Béré, Chad
This study looked at child deaths in Béré, Chad, where poor health records make planning care difficult. Community health workers surveyed 517 families to understand family situations, child deaths, and where people get health advice. Most households were led by male farmers with some education. Infant deaths were most common, especially among boys in the Béré-Mouraye area. … [Read more...] about Socio-economic determinants of mortality among children aged 0–10 years in Béré, Chad