Maternal and child malnutrition remains a major concern, especially in low- and middle-income countries. This research highlights key challenges like poor nutrition during pregnancy, high intake of ultra-processed foods, and limited access to care. Community-based approaches, especially those involving trained health workers, show promise in improving nutrition and health … [Read more...] about Editorial: Challenges, Opportunities, and Actions for Improved Maternal and Child Nutrition
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The Power of Promotoras
Hispanics are the largest and fastest-growing population in the U.S., yet they face significant health inequities due to social challenges like limited healthcare access. Community health workers (CHWs), or promotoras in Hispanic communities, play a vital role in improving health outcomes by offering support, education, and care coordination. They have proven effective in … [Read more...] about The Power of Promotoras
Community Health Workers as Catalysts for Mental Health Promotion in Transgender and Nonbinary Communities
Transgender and nonbinary (trans) communities in the U.S. face significant challenges accessing mental health care, despite experiencing higher rates of suicide, depression, and distress compared to cisgender populations. Systemic barriers include discrimination, stigma, high costs, and a lack of trans-affirming providers. These challenges are especially pronounced for trans … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers as Catalysts for Mental Health Promotion in Transgender and Nonbinary Communities
Santiago Santi, Naporuna indigenous community health worker from the Amazonian region of Ecuador
Santiago Santi, a member of the Naporuna ethnic group in Ecuador's Amazon region, has been a volunteer Community Health Worker (CHW) for 30 years. He recently published his memoir, "I Know Where I Come From, I Don't Know Where I'm Going." Santiago co-founded the "Asociación de promotores de salud Naporunas Sandi Yura," now 30 years old and the largest CHW movement in Ecuador, … [Read more...] about Santiago Santi, Naporuna indigenous community health worker from the Amazonian region of Ecuador
Integrating community health workers in early childhood well-child care: a statement from the Pediatric Academic Societies Maternal Child Health: First 1,000 days Special Interest Group
This statement from the Pediatric Academic Societies emphasizes the importance of involving Community Health Workers (CHWs) in providing well-child care (WCC) for families in low-income areas. CHWs are trusted members of their communities and can help make WCC more culturally relevant, ease the workload on clinicians, and enhance preventive care during the critical early … [Read more...] about Integrating community health workers in early childhood well-child care: a statement from the Pediatric Academic Societies Maternal Child Health: First 1,000 days Special Interest Group
