In this study, researchers aimed to assess how case management impacts Hydroxyurea use and adherence for sickle cell anemia. Researchers recruited 224 patients with sickle cell anemia from Virginia and North Carolina, United States. Participants were assigned to one of two study groups. Both groups received standardized care and prescribing methods. However, the treatment group … [Read more...] about A randomised controlled provider-blinded trial of community health workers in sickle cell anaemia: effects on haematologic variables and hydroxyurea adherence
North America (U.S. and Canada)
Latino Health Access: Comparative Effectiveness of a Community-Initiated Promotor/a-Led Diabetes Self-management Education Program
In this retrospective observational study, researchers aimed to assess the efficacy of a community health intervention to improve diabetes management. The intervention, called the Latino Health Access Diabetes Self-Management Program, or LHA-DSMP, was a 12-session promotor-led instructional program that taught basic human anatomy, concepts of diabetes, and strategies for … [Read more...] about Latino Health Access: Comparative Effectiveness of a Community-Initiated Promotor/a-Led Diabetes Self-management Education Program
Integrating community health workers into a community hearing health collaborative to understand the social determinants of health in children with hearing loss
This study presents the results of a retrospective chart review supplemented by CHW notes. Drawing on this evidence, the authors determine that CHWs are essential in connecting medical providers and patients with other crucial services and supports. Specifically, the study demonstrates that a multi-disciplinary team involving CHWs can help identify and support patients with … [Read more...] about Integrating community health workers into a community hearing health collaborative to understand the social determinants of health in children with hearing loss
Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CCR)
To develop a better understanding of COVID-19 while taking a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to talking with and educating community members about the coronavirus and focusing on stress reduction and healthy coping strategies for CHWs. … [Read more...] about Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities (CCR)
Rural Tobacco Control and Prevention Toolkit
This toolkit provides evidence-based examples, promising models, best practices, and resources that your organization can use to implement programs for tobacco control and prevention. … [Read more...] about Rural Tobacco Control and Prevention Toolkit
