This study looked at whether targeted training could help community health workers (CHWs) better understand and communicate health information, especially to people with low health literacy. Fifty CHWs in Pennsylvania took part in online training sessions. After the training, CHWs showed significant improvements in their knowledge and confidence. Those with higher education … [Read more...] about Targeted Virtual Health Literacy Education for Community Health Workers: An Evidenced-Based Quality Improvement Project
Effects of a Standardized Community Health Worker Intervention on Health Care Utilization Within an Integrated Delivery System
This study tested whether a community health worker (CHW) program called IMPaCT could reduce hospital use and improve primary care visits for low-income patients in Portland, Oregon. In the program, CHWs helped patients set health goals and supported them through regular communication over three months, mostly by phone because of COVID-19. Compared to usual care, patients who … [Read more...] about Effects of a Standardized Community Health Worker Intervention on Health Care Utilization Within an Integrated Delivery System
Community health worker payment processes: a qualitative assessment of experiences in two Indian states
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) in India are paid and the challenges they face. Researchers interviewed CHWs, supervisors, and health leaders in two states and found that the payment process is complicated and often causes delays, extra work, and frustration. Even with digital tools, problems remained, but areas with good local leadership and … [Read more...] about Community health worker payment processes: a qualitative assessment of experiences in two Indian states
Valuing community health workers (CHWs): Opportunity costs and out-of-pocket spending among CHWs in the Indonesian stunting prevention program
In Indonesia’s stunting prevention program, many community health workers (CHWs) work without a salary, handling tasks like monthly checkups, counseling, and home visits. This study interviewed 130 CHWs in rural Lombok to understand the financial burden they face. It found that over half were unhappy with the small payments they received. Their work was worth much more than … [Read more...] about Valuing community health workers (CHWs): Opportunity costs and out-of-pocket spending among CHWs in the Indonesian stunting prevention program
Temporary childbirth migration and perinatal healthcare in rural Maharashtra, India
This study looked at how moving back to their parents’ home for childbirth (a common tradition) affects women’s healthcare in rural India. Data from 1,288 women showed that moving didn’t change early pregnancy care or most clinic visits, but women who moved had fewer postnatal visits from community health workers. Longer stays at their parents’ home were linked to fewer … [Read more...] about Temporary childbirth migration and perinatal healthcare in rural Maharashtra, India