This study looked at how village health volunteers (VHVs) in rural Thailand support people with mental health needs. Interviews with VHVs, nurses, caregivers, and a person with lived experience showed that VHVs mostly focus on physical health and have little training or support for mental health care. Challenges include stigma, heavy workloads, and lack of mental health … [Read more...] about Supporting healthcare in rural communities in Thailand: An exploratory qualitative study to understand the role and current mental health practices of village health volunteers
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An intersectional analysis of the participation of community health workers in matrix support in mental health
This study looked at how gender, race, and education affect the involvement of community health workers in mental health support teams in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. Most community health workers were Black women with high school education, while most mental health professionals were white women with college degrees. These differences led to unequal relationships and often excluded … [Read more...] about An intersectional analysis of the participation of community health workers in matrix support in mental health
Epidemiology of Infectious Disease Outbreaks in Displacement Settings: Surveillance Gaps and Community-Based Solutions in Refugee Camps
This study looked at how well disease outbreaks are tracked in five refugee camps across Sudan, Syria, and South Sudan. Most outbreaks were reported late—over 70% took more than 72 hours to report—leading to high death rates from diseases like cholera and hepatitis E. Many camps didn’t have early warning systems or ways for the community to report health issues. While community … [Read more...] about Epidemiology of Infectious Disease Outbreaks in Displacement Settings: Surveillance Gaps and Community-Based Solutions in Refugee Camps
Assessing the Feasibility of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Intervention for Latina Immigrant Women
Latina immigrants often face mental health challenges but have limited access to care. This study tested a program where community health workers (CHWs) were trained to support Latina women through group sessions aimed at reducing depression and anxiety. Five CHWs were trained and delivered the program to 37 women in Washington. The CHWs completed the training and delivered … [Read more...] about Assessing the Feasibility of a Community Health Worker-Delivered Mental Health Intervention for Latina Immigrant Women
Community perspectives on foot care interventions delivered by community health workers
This study explored community opinions on foot care services provided by community health workers (CHWs) for people with diabetes in Indonesia. Interviews with patients, their families, CHWs, and healthcare professionals revealed that the intervention was generally accepted but faced some practical challenges, such as issues with community involvement and healthcare policies. … [Read more...] about Community perspectives on foot care interventions delivered by community health workers
