This white paper focuses on the importance of CHWs in addressing health inequities and the needs of marginalized populations in the face of COVID-19. The authors offer an historical perspective and emphasize the importance of CHWs multifaceted role in addressing vulnerable populations’ myriad needs. They argue that CHWs have the potential to inspire hope and improve community … [Read more...] about Global and Local Community Health Workers as a lifeline for communities facing inequities in the midst of COVID-19 and beyond
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Using mobile phones to improve community health workers performance in low-and-middle-income countries
The authors of this study stress the importance of mHealth to enhance the impact of CHW’ work in LMICs. They emphasize the importance of mobile phones for data collection, provider communication, and monitoring. They also point out that obstacles, such as a lack of mHealth training and internet service, can hinder the effective use and rollout of mhealth solutions and argue for … [Read more...] about Using mobile phones to improve community health workers performance in low-and-middle-income countries
Community health workers for pandemic response: a rapid evidence synthesis
The authors synthesized data on the role of CHWs during the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that CHWs raised awareness, resolved stigma, and administered primary healthcare. CHWs need to be trained, supported, and equipped with personal protective equipment to safely respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. … [Read more...] about Community health workers for pandemic response: a rapid evidence synthesis
Quality assured COVID-19 Library of resources for community-based health workers
This database offers a variety of medically-reviewed educational materials regarding COVID-19. Visitors will find resources related to: emergency response, risk mitigation and community engagement, case finding, surveillance, public health prevention measures, infection prevention and control, lab testing, case management, and societal response. … [Read more...] about Quality assured COVID-19 Library of resources for community-based health workers
Prioritising the role of community health workers in the COVID-19 response
This action article stresses the significance of CHWs for achieving 4 pivotal goals in the effort against the COVID-19 pandemic and its disproportionate effects on vulnerable populations. The authors argue for and present strategies to: “(1) PROTECT healthcare workers, (2) INTERRUPT the virus, (3) MAINTAIN existing healthcare services while surging their capacity, and (4) … [Read more...] about Prioritising the role of community health workers in the COVID-19 response
