This paper presents the results of a study using trained CHWs to compare in-person auditory brainstem response (ABR). The intervention linked CHWs to a tele-medicine approach in a community-based pediatric hearing screening program; it concludes that a tele-medicine approach is viable. … [Read more...] about Rethinking integrated nutrition‐health strategies to address micronutrient deficiencies in children under five in Mozambique
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Improving oral health in migrant and underserved populations: evaluation of an interactive, community-based oral health education program in Washington state
This paper presents evaluation results for a CHW-led oral health education program that uses an interactive approach to engage with participants. … [Read more...] about Improving oral health in migrant and underserved populations: evaluation of an interactive, community-based oral health education program in Washington state
A community-based diabetes group pilot incorporating a community health worker and photovoice methodology in an urban primary care practice
Over a three-month period, this study evaluated a community-based diabetes self-management intervention that incorporated photovoice and community health workers to identify diabetes management approaches that work in an African American community. … [Read more...] about A community-based diabetes group pilot incorporating a community health worker and photovoice methodology in an urban primary care practice
Participants’ perceptions of interactions with community health workers who promote behavior change: a qualitative characterization from participants with normal, depressive, and anxious mood states
This study attempts to characterize the relationship dynamics between Latino participants and CHWs from the participant's perspective to determine if CHW-delivered community interventions affect behavior change among participants who reported anxiety and depression. … [Read more...] about Participants’ perceptions of interactions with community health workers who promote behavior change: a qualitative characterization from participants with normal, depressive, and anxious mood states
Evaluating the training of Chinese-speaking community health workers to implement a small group intervention promoting mammography
This randomized control trial evaluated the use of community health workers in increasing adherence to mammography screening guidelines among Chinese American women. … [Read more...] about Evaluating the training of Chinese-speaking community health workers to implement a small group intervention promoting mammography
