American Indian children face very high rates of tooth decay, with four times more untreated cases than white children. This study tested a community-led program called Great Beginnings for Healthy Native Smiles, which used culturally relevant materials and motivational conversations to teach families about oral health. Local community members led the program in two Indigenous … [Read more...] about The Short-Term Results of An MI-Adapted and Culturally Tailored Intervention on Self-Reported Oral Health Behaviors of Indigenous Caregivers and their Children
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Self-Determination in Action: A Scoping Review on Oral Health Training for Indigenous Health Workers Globally
This review looked at training programs designed to help Indigenous Health Workers (IHWs) improve oral health in their communities. Out of 374 articles reviewed, 11 programs met the criteria. These programs covered topics like oral anatomy, childhood oral health, diet, and chronic diseases. The most effective programs were created with input from Indigenous communities and … [Read more...] about Self-Determination in Action: A Scoping Review on Oral Health Training for Indigenous Health Workers Globally
Developing a WHO African Region mOral Health Curriculum for Community Health Workers
The WHO African Regional Office developed a digital training program called mOral Health to train community health workers (CHWs) in oral health care. This program aims to improve access to basic oral health services across Africa, where trained dental professionals are scarce. Using mobile technology, the curriculum teaches CHWs how to prevent and manage oral diseases as part … [Read more...] about Developing a WHO African Region mOral Health Curriculum for Community Health Workers
Evaluation of the Oral Health Education for Nurses and Community Health Workers (Project OHE-NCHeW) in Nigeria
This study tested a new oral health training program for nurses and community health workers in Nigeria. The program improved participants’ knowledge and referral practices compared to a standard lecture, with many patients successfully referred for dental care. The results show that competency-based training can strengthen primary healthcare and support better integration of … [Read more...] about Evaluation of the Oral Health Education for Nurses and Community Health Workers (Project OHE-NCHeW) in Nigeria
Integrating Oral Health into Primary Healthcare: Lessons from Project OHE-NCHeW (Oral Health Education for Nurses and Community Health Workers) in Nigeria
This study looked at a training program in Nigeria that helped nurses and community health workers provide basic oral health care in underserved areas. After the training, health workers felt more confident and gave better advice and referrals to patients, who also showed more trust and understanding about dental care. While the program showed promise, it needs better … [Read more...] about Integrating Oral Health into Primary Healthcare: Lessons from Project OHE-NCHeW (Oral Health Education for Nurses and Community Health Workers) in Nigeria
