Community health workers (CHWs) in China face challenges in delivering cancer health education, including low participation, poor organization, infrequent sessions, and insufficient training. To improve education, they suggest combining online and in-person sessions, offering education after screenings, integrating cancer with other health topics, workplace programs, and … [Read more...] about What are the problems and suggestions related to cancer health education in Sichuan, China? A qualitative study of community health workers (CHWs)
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A Digital Tool (Technology-Assisted Problem Management Plus) for Lay Health Workers to Address Common Mental Health Disorders: Co-production and Usability Study in Pakistan
A digital mental health tool, Technology-Assisted Problem Management Plus (TA-PM+), was developed to help lady health workers (LHWs) in Pakistan support women with common mental health disorders. The process involved reviewing evidence, consulting stakeholders, and testing usability in both lab and community settings. Challenges included low digital skills, high workloads, and … [Read more...] about A Digital Tool (Technology-Assisted Problem Management Plus) for Lay Health Workers to Address Common Mental Health Disorders: Co-production and Usability Study in Pakistan
Brief Report: Preferences and Acceptability in Methods of Tenofovir Diphosphate in Dried Blood Spots Collection and Feedback in a Cohort of PLWH in Cape Town South Africa
Monitoring HIV treatment adherence using dried blood spots (DBS) is highly acceptable among people living with HIV in South Africa. In a study of 224 participants, 99% supported DBS testing, and 96% found it helpful. Most preferred clinic staff to collect samples (79.5%), while fewer were comfortable with community health workers (26.1%) or pharmacists (37.0%). Over half (52%) … [Read more...] about Brief Report: Preferences and Acceptability in Methods of Tenofovir Diphosphate in Dried Blood Spots Collection and Feedback in a Cohort of PLWH in Cape Town South Africa
Perceptions of community healthcare workers on the use of teledentistry for seniors in Singapore: A qualitative study
This study explored the challenges and opportunities of implementing teledentistry (T-DOCS) from the perspective of Community Health Workers (CHWs). Interviews with 43 CHWs revealed barriers such as low awareness of dental care, lack of confidence, staffing shortages, competing duties, and limited access due to COVID-19. However, CHWs’ motivation, existing patient … [Read more...] about Perceptions of community healthcare workers on the use of teledentistry for seniors in Singapore: A qualitative study
The impact of the Lesotho health reform in the re-structuring of the village health workers program
This study examined how health reforms in Lesotho improved the Village Health Worker (VHW) program. Key changes included clearer roles, better monitoring, and performance-based payments. These reforms boosted VHW performance, strengthened community health links, and increased service use. The findings highlight that proper support and incentives help VHWs fulfill their vital … [Read more...] about The impact of the Lesotho health reform in the re-structuring of the village health workers program
