This study evaluated the impact of a palliative care (PC) training program on community health volunteers (CHVs) in Kenya. After training, CHVs showed improved knowledge, confidence, and clinical practice in providing PC. They conducted patient evaluations, referrals, and teleconsultations with PC providers. Follow-up assessments at 12 months revealed sustained improvements and … [Read more...] about Impact of training on knowledge, confidence and attitude amongst community health volunteers in the provision of community-based palliative care in rural Kenya
Mixed Methods
Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: a qualitative analysis of interviews and focus group discussions from Nepal, Senegal and Zambia
This multiple case study investigated the role of community health workers (CHWs) in successful early childhood immunization programs in Nepal, Senegal, and Zambia. Through interviews and focus group discussions, factors contributing to CHW effectiveness were identified, including CHW organization, motivation, and trust. Improvements in immunization coverage were attributed to … [Read more...] about Success in vaccination programming through community health workers: a qualitative analysis of interviews and focus group discussions from Nepal, Senegal and Zambia
Enhancing sexual health and empowerment among migrant women sex workers: a community health worker-led intervention in Marseille, France
This study focuses on improving sexual health outcomes for migrant women sex workers (WSWs) in Marseille, France, who face high rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Community health workers (CHWs) conducted a one-year intervention involving prevention, care support, and empowerment activities. Through respondent-driven sampling, 132 migrant WSWs were recruited, many … [Read more...] about Enhancing sexual health and empowerment among migrant women sex workers: a community health worker-led intervention in Marseille, France
Implementation and Evaluation of a Large Community-Based Colorectal Cancer Screening Program
This study outlines a community-based colorectal cancer (CRC) screening program aimed at increasing screening rates among uninsured individuals in a predominantly Hispanic US-Mexico border population. The program, led by community health workers, provided tailored health education, no-cost testing, and navigation services. With a focus on uninsured individuals, the program … [Read more...] about Implementation and Evaluation of a Large Community-Based Colorectal Cancer Screening Program
Engaging with peers to integrate community care: Knowledge synthesis and conceptual map
This article explores the concept of peer support in healthcare, highlighting its growing importance in bridging communities with formal healthcare systems. It presents a conceptual map based on a 3-year knowledge synthesis project, offering six key questions to navigate various peer support approaches. These questions help identify peers' roles, pathways, and settings of … [Read more...] about Engaging with peers to integrate community care: Knowledge synthesis and conceptual map
