This study explored what women in Flanders want from Community Health Workers (CHWs) who support breast cancer screening. Focus group discussions showed that women value CHWs with good knowledge, clear communication, cultural awareness, empathy, and personal experience. Trust was seen as essential, with many preferring female CHWs who had experience with breast cancer … [Read more...] about Understanding the profile of community health workers in breast cancer screening education: women’s preferences and insights from a qualitative focus group study
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What knowledge and skills are needed for community volunteers to take on a signposting role in community-based palliative care? A qualitative study
Community volunteers can help connect people with palliative care needs to health services, but they often lack the training and confidence to do so. This study found that volunteers and healthcare workers rarely communicate well, and professionals sometimes don’t trust volunteers. Volunteers need better knowledge of care needs and services, as well as stronger communication … [Read more...] about What knowledge and skills are needed for community volunteers to take on a signposting role in community-based palliative care? A qualitative study
Strategic optimisation of the allied health assistant workforce one step at a time: first step, workforce governance
Allied health assistants (AHAs) play an important role in supporting health services in Australia, but challenges remain in using their full potential. Better management and clearer structures are needed to help AHAs work effectively and safely. While some steps have been taken, like new recommendations in Victoria, more action is needed at both state and national levels to … [Read more...] about Strategic optimisation of the allied health assistant workforce one step at a time: first step, workforce governance
Title of the Community Case Study: Nurse-community health mediator pairs: a promising model for promoting the health of populations in remote areas of the French Amazon
In remote areas of French Guiana, a Mobile Public Health Team (MPHT) was created to improve healthcare access for multicultural Amazonian populations. The team, made up of nurses and community health mediators, provides health education and outreach, often working with community leaders. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they reached over 6,000 people and conducted health promotion … [Read more...] about Title of the Community Case Study: Nurse-community health mediator pairs: a promising model for promoting the health of populations in remote areas of the French Amazon
The Impact of Integrated Community-Based Management of Respiratory Infections in Reducing Child Mortality
Pneumonia is a leading cause of child deaths, especially in low-income countries with limited healthcare access. This study reviewed research on community-based interventions for managing respiratory diseases in children under five. Results showed that involving community health workers in early diagnosis, prevention, and raising public awareness reduced child deaths by 30%. … [Read more...] about The Impact of Integrated Community-Based Management of Respiratory Infections in Reducing Child Mortality
