This study evaluated the Hospital to Home (H2H) program, which supports small and sick newborns after hospital discharge in rural Uganda. Researchers compared two groups: one receiving standard care and another with H2H community health workers support. While no major differences were found in developmental outcomes, the H2H group had higher vaccination rates (88.5% vs. 76.9%) … [Read more...] about Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effectiveness of the Hospital to Home discharge and follow-up programme in rural Uganda: a mixed-methods intervention study
CHW Role
The lived experiences of Ugandan community health workers engaged in prevention of vertical transmission of HIV and a capacity-building intervention
This study explored the experiences of community health workers (CHWs) involved in preventing mother-to-child HIV transmission and evaluated a training program to strengthen their skills. Interviews with 152 CHWs in Uganda highlighted their role as a bridge between communities and the health system, their knowledge and social connections, and challenges like stigma and ethical … [Read more...] about The lived experiences of Ugandan community health workers engaged in prevention of vertical transmission of HIV and a capacity-building intervention
A Novel Reentry Hotline Led by Community Health Workers to Address the Health Needs of People Returning From Incarceration: Transitions Clinic Network, California, June 2020‒June 2023
Formerly incarcerated individuals face serious health challenges, worsened by COVID-19. To help, community health workers with similar experiences launched a California reentry health care hotline. From June 2020 to June 2023, it assisted 1,276 people in accessing medical care after release. This peer-led initiative offers valuable insights for states using Medicaid waivers to … [Read more...] about A Novel Reentry Hotline Led by Community Health Workers to Address the Health Needs of People Returning From Incarceration: Transitions Clinic Network, California, June 2020‒June 2023
Addressing Health-Related Social Needs During COVID-19 Through a Hospital-Based, Community Health Worker Program: A Case Study
A pilot program in Austin, Texas, used Community Health Workers (CHWs) to support Latinx patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Many of these patients had never seen a doctor before and had unmet health needs. CHWs helped by assessing social needs, coordinating care, and providing follow-up support. Patients, most of whom spoke Spanish, were highly satisfied with the program and … [Read more...] about Addressing Health-Related Social Needs During COVID-19 Through a Hospital-Based, Community Health Worker Program: A Case Study
Research Best Practices Course for Community Health Workers and Promotoras
This free course from chwresearchtraining.org helps Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Promotoras learn how to support research in their communities. It covers key skills like explaining research to community members, bridging the gap between researchers and the public, and promoting high-quality studies. The training is designed for CHWs working in diverse communities and is … [Read more...] about Research Best Practices Course for Community Health Workers and Promotoras
