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Observational Analysis of a Generalized, Health Plan-led Community Health Worker Intervention in Medicaid

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The primary goal of this study was to evaluate the impact of a generalized (i.e., not disease-specific) health plan-led CHW program on overall healthcare use and spending. Retrospective cohort study data was utilized from adult members who received the CHW intervention and compared with data from those who were identified for participation but could not  be reached. The outcome … [Read more...] about Observational Analysis of a Generalized, Health Plan-led Community Health Worker Intervention in Medicaid

An intervention pilot to facilitate harm reduction service decentralization in Vietnam

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This study’s goal was to pilot test a CHW-delivered intervention to facilitate decentralized harm reduction service delivery in Vietnam. This study was conducted between August 2020 and May 2021 at six community methadone maintenance therapy (MMT) distribution sites in Thai Nguyen Province of Vietnam. Five commune health workers (CHWs) were recruited from each center and … [Read more...] about An intervention pilot to facilitate harm reduction service decentralization in Vietnam

Evaluation of a Diabetes Prevention Intervention for Korean American immigrants at Risk for Diabetes

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In this randomized control trial, authors designed and implemented a diabetes and healthy lifestyle program among Korean-Americans in New York City, United States. Participants were identified and recruited from community centers, faith-based organizations, and cultural events in Queen, a New York City borough. In total, 302 participants consented and enrolled, with 153 … [Read more...] about Evaluation of a Diabetes Prevention Intervention for Korean American immigrants at Risk for Diabetes

Supportive supervision from a roving nurse mentor in a community health worker programme: a process evaluation in South Africa

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This evaluation aimed to determine the impact of supportive supervision provided to CHW teams by a roving nurse mentor. In-depth interviews, focus groups, and observations were conducted with CHWs, their supervisors, clients, and facility staff to assess how the effects of the intervention were generated and sustained. Results from this study suggest that settings with … [Read more...] about Supportive supervision from a roving nurse mentor in a community health worker programme: a process evaluation in South Africa

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