This study explored the challenges community health workers (CHWs) face with the growing use of digital health tools in primary care. It found that while digital tools bring new issues like maintenance, quality, and training, old problems like excessive bureaucracy and work division persist. To succeed, digital health implementation for CHWs requires better support in … [Read more...] about Working Conditions of Community Health Workers in a Digital Health Context: Old and New Challenges.
Qualitative
Community health workers supporting diverse family caregivers of persons with dementia: Preliminary qualitative results from a randomized home-based study
This study evaluated a 12-week home-visit program led by bilingual community health workers (CHWs) to support culturally diverse caregivers of people with dementia. Exit interviews with 57 caregivers revealed that the program improved caregiving confidence, self-care, communication with their loved ones, and access to community resources. Caregivers valued the cultural and … [Read more...] about Community health workers supporting diverse family caregivers of persons with dementia: Preliminary qualitative results from a randomized home-based study
“I prefer a doctor on camera than none at all”: Participants’ Perspectives on the Implementation of Integrated Telehealth and Community Health Workers Services to Improve Access to Healthcare in Rural Communities
This study explored how telehealth services (THS) and community health workers (CHWs) could improve healthcare in Culebra, Puerto Rico, a rural area with limited resources and high rates of chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Interviews with 20 patients showed that CHWs are essential for helping with appointments, medications, and emotional support. THS was seen as … [Read more...] about “I prefer a doctor on camera than none at all”: Participants’ Perspectives on the Implementation of Integrated Telehealth and Community Health Workers Services to Improve Access to Healthcare in Rural Communities
Community Health Agents Dismantling Gender Norms in a Machismo Society
Community health agents (CHAs) in Peru highlighted that women often face barriers, disrespect, and limited roles at home. They believe empowering women requires better education, inclusion in decisions, and independence, supported by families and communities. These focus group discussions identified that women CHAs, with their community influence, can play a key role in driving … [Read more...] about Community Health Agents Dismantling Gender Norms in a Machismo Society
How Community Health Workers can Address Tobacco Dependence of High-Risk patients: A Qualitative Analysis of the Unique Training Needs of Community Health Workers
Community health workers (CHWs) often serve patients in low-income communities with high tobacco use rates, but current tobacco cessation trainings don’t fit their needs. To address this, researchers gathered input from CHWs and program leaders to design a tailored training. Key needs included learning strategies to motivate patients, personalize care, and engage those not … [Read more...] about How Community Health Workers can Address Tobacco Dependence of High-Risk patients: A Qualitative Analysis of the Unique Training Needs of Community Health Workers
