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Capacity-building interventions for health extension workers in Ethiopia: A scoping review (2025)
This study reviewed capacity-building efforts for health extension workers (HEWs) in Ethiopia. Training was the most common approach, followed by supervision and mentoring. These interventions improved HEWs’ knowledge and skills, leading to better health services and increased community health-seeking behavior. However, little focus was given to areas like motivation, leadership,Read more…
Community health worker and caregiver experiences and perceptions of a multimodal handheld pulse oximeter used in sick child consultations in rural Burundi: A qualitative evaluation (2025)
This study explored the use of pulse oximeters by community health workers (CHWs) in rural Burundi to help diagnose childhood illnesses like pneumonia. CHWs were trained to use the oximeters during home visits for children aged 6-59 months. After eight weeks, CHWs and caregivers reported that the devices were usefulRead more…
An evaluation of a community dementia screening program in rural Kenya: DEM-SKY (2025)
This study evaluated the DEM-SKY dementia screening program in rural Kenya, which was supported by community health workers. The program reached 3,546 older adults over six months and was well received. Participants who tested positive for dementia were much more likely to seek help from a doctor. Feedback showed thatRead more…
Comorbidities And Reducing InEquitieS (CARES): Feasibility of self-monitoring and community health worker support in management of comorbidities among Black breast and prostate cancer patients (2024)
This study aimed to test if self-monitoring and support from community health workers (CHWs) could help Black individuals with breast or prostate cancer manage other health conditions like hypertension and diabetes. 61 patients participated, using a home device to track blood pressure (BP) and blood glucose (BG) levels over sixRead more…
Medicaid billing for community health worker services growing, but remains low, 2016-2020 (2025)
This study looks at the trends of Community Health Workers (CHWs) billing Medicaid services between 2016 and 2020. The number of CHWs billing Medicaid increased significantly, but by 2020, only 731 CHWs in 9 states were billing, with Ohio accounting for most of the billing. The total number of CHWRead more…
National Primary Care Policy (2017) and the roles of community health workers (2025)
This study examines the new roles of community health workers (CHWs) as outlined in Brazil’s 2017 National Primary Care Policy, from the viewpoints of nurses and CHWs. Interviews were conducted between 2021 and 2022. Some professionals believe the new roles give CHWs more autonomy and recognition, while others worry itRead more…
Nelvy Cáceres. World Vision Bolivia and community health workers in Bolivia: a historical reflection (2025)
Dr. Nelvy Cáceres has played a major role in developing health promotion programs at World Vision Bolivia (WVB) since 1989. WVB focuses on improving the well-being of vulnerable children, families, and communities in Bolivia through projects in health, education, and community leadership. Initially working with local churches, WVB later expandedRead more…
Assessment of risk communication and community engagement interventions during the Marburg virus disease outbreak in Kagera region, Northwestern Tanzania (2025)
In March 2023, Tanzania faced its first Marburg virus outbreak, with a high fatality rate. To raise awareness, the Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) approach was launched. A survey in May 2023 showed that most people in the affected areas were aware of the disease, with 82% receiving informationRead more…
Bridging the Gap: Community Health Workers as a Vital Link in Humanitarian Medical Responses (2025)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a vital role in emergency medical responses, helping build trust, improve communication, and provide follow-up care. Case studies from The Bahamas and Sierra Leone show that integrating CHWs into Mobile Medical Teams (MMTs) boosts health outcomes, with Sierra Leone seeing a 32% increase in healthRead more…
Centering community based maternal and child nutrition services in Bangladesh’s rural primary health care: What has potential to scale (2025)
A new strategy to improve maternal and child nutrition services in rural Bangladesh was tested using community health workers. It integrated nutrition services with existing immunization and antenatal care programs, improving growth monitoring, maternal weight tracking, and supplement distribution. However, practices like dietary diversity and breastfeeding remained similar in interventionRead more…
From the Ground Up: Building and Implementing a Successful CHW/Promotor(a) Program for Cancer Screening, Training, Education, and Prevention (2025)
The Texas C-STEP program helps reduce cancer disparities in rural and underserved areas by training community health workers (CHWs) to provide cancer education, screenings, and early detection services. The program has trained over 33 CHWs, formed 1,500 partnerships, educated 30,000 people, conducted 8,300 screenings, and diagnosed 69 cancers. While successesRead more…
A qualitative study assessing acceptability and appropriateness of a technology-assisted mental health intervention by community frontline workers: mPareshan implementation research in rural Pakistan (2025)
In rural Pakistan, where mental health specialists are scarce, a mobile app-based mental health program called mPareshan was tested with Lady Health Workers (LHWs). The study found that using LHWs to deliver mental health support is feasible, acceptable, and appropriate. Communities trusted LHWs for this role, and their familiarity withRead more…
Professionalisation of Community Health Workers: Time for a Formal Contract (2025)
Community health workers (CHWs) are essential for strong primary healthcare but often lack proper support. This study highlights the need for “proCHW” programs, where CHWs are trained, equipped, supervised, paid, and given formal contracts for job security. Formal contracts can ensure fair wages and career growth while protecting CHWs fromRead more…
Approaches for psychosocial support towards orphans and vulnerable children by community-based workers in the Vhembe district, South Africa (2025)
This study explored how community-based workers support orphans and vulnerable children in South Africa’s Vhembe district. Focus group discussions revealed that these workers provide various psychosocial interventions, including physical and educational support, psycho-education, social activities, caregiver involvement, and referrals to professionals. However, community-based organizations face challenges in delivering these servicesRead more…
Development of Texas’s First Chinese American Community Health Worker Certification for Family Health History-Based Cancer Prevention (2025)
To reduce cancer disparities, this study created a Texas certification program to train Chinese American community health workers (CHWs) in using family health history (FHH) for cancer prevention. The 160-hour program trained 46 CHWs, who provided FHH-based cancer prevention services to 1,129 Chinese Americans. This initiative helps build a skilledRead more…
Characteristics of Mothers, Mothers’ Motivation, and the Role of Community Health Workers in Relation to Mothers’ Participation in Toddler Classes in Gogodalem Village (2025)
This study examined factors affecting mothers’ participation in toddler health classes in Gogodalem Village, Indonesia. Key findings showed that maternal age, motivation, and the support of community health volunteers (cadres) significantly influenced attendance. Improving maternal motivation and cadre involvement could boost participation, helping address high rates of stunting and malnutritionRead more…
Health and Nutrition Literacy among Community Health Workers in Rural and Urban Tanzania: A Comparative Study (2025)
This study assessed the health and nutrition literacy of community health workers (CHWs) in rural and urban Tanzania. Results showed that CHWs in rural areas had lower literacy levels compared to those in urban areas. Factors like age, area of residence, supervision frequency, and time spent on CHW activities influencedRead more…
Lessons Learned From the Use of Human-Centered Design Approaches to Improve Nutrition in Nigeria (2025)
Improving children’s diets between 6 and 24 months is crucial but has stalled globally. A project in Nigeria used human-centered design and behavior change theory to develop and test tools for better nutrition counseling by community health workers (CHWs) and strategies to improve dietary diversity. Successful prototypes encouraged two-way conversationsRead more…
CHW financial sustainability toolkit (FST) ()
The CHW Financial Sustainability Planning Toolkit, developed by Envision with United States national experts, helps Community Health Workers (CHWs) and their allies achieve long-term financial stability. Originally created for CDC-funded COVID response programs, it is now tailored for all CHWs, regardless of funding. The Toolkit focuses on building strong relationshipsRead more…
Effectiveness Of A Community Navigator Program To Improve Social Connectedness In Clinical Settings (2024)
The SILOS program helps reduce social isolation among older adults by connecting them to community services and resources. Using tools to assess social disconnectedness and support, healthcare workers and Community Health Workers (CHWs) screened participants and tracked progress over 12 months. The program showed significant improvements in social connectedness andRead more…
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