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Engaging Black and African American community members to develop culturally appropriate methods for cancer genetics education, risk assessment, and referral to research studies and clinical services: A community café approach (2024)
This study aimed to improve access to cancer genetic services for Black or African American patients, who often receive less care than their White counterparts. Using a community and patient engagement approach, researchers held eight community cafés from January to May 2024, gathering feedback from 121 community members, many ofRead more…
Design Studios for Health to identify distinct outreach events and interventions to reduce the burden of cancer among Hispanic/Latino and Black adults in a major southwestern metropolitan region (2024)
In Arizona, cancer remains the second leading cause of death, particularly affecting Black and Hispanic/Latino communities. To address cancer disparities, researchers conducted Design Studios for Health (DSH) listening sessions in early 2024, gathering feedback from community members about cancer prevention needs. Participants identified breast, skin, and prostate cancer as priorityRead more…
Cervical cancer knowledge and attitudes towards self-sampling and community health worker-delivered screening services across racial groups in Indiana (2024)
This study looked at cervical cancer awareness and screening practices among different racial groups in Indiana, where Black women experience higher rates of cervical cancer and mortality compared to White women. Researchers conducted an online survey with 140 patients from three Planned Parenthood clinics. They found that while Black participantsRead more…
265 Qualitative Assessment of a Pilot Trauma Training Program for Community Health Responders in Rural Nepal (2024)
This study evaluated a two-day pre-hospital trauma training program for community health responders (CHRs) in rural Nepal, aimed at improving care for injuries. Three months after the training, researchers interviewed 14 out of 35 participants from various backgrounds, including teachers and ambulance drivers. Participants reported that the training improved theirRead more…
Factors contributing to prevent malaria in children aged 3 to 59 months after first cycle of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Tenkodogo Health District of Burkina Faso, July 2020: A prospective cohort study (2024)
This study examined malaria rates in children under five in the Tenkodogo Health District of Burkina Faso, where malaria cases increased despite seasonal malaria chemo prevention (SMC) efforts. Researchers followed 847 children over several weeks in 2020 and found that while 90% adhered to SMC, malaria cases rose significantly afterRead more…
Evaluating the Adoption of mHealth Technologies by Community Health Workers to Improve the Use of Maternal Health Services in Sub-Saharan Africa: Systematic Review (2024)
This review looked at the impact of mobile health (mHealth) use by community health workers (CHWs) on maternal health services in sub-Saharan Africa. It focused on antenatal care (ANC), facility-based births, and postnatal care (PNC). Out of 10 studies, most showed that mHealth use by CHWs increased the use ofRead more…
COVID-19 Risk Assessment among Vulnerable Small Business Owners in El Paso County, Texas (2024)
This study aimed to provide COVID-19 risk assessments and safety strategies for vulnerable workers in high-risk areas. Four bilingual community health workers (CHWs) visited small businesses, mainly Hispanic-owned, to conduct on-site surveys. Results showed that 96% of businesses were at high or very high risk for COVID-19 transmission. While allRead more…
The impact of a small-group mammography video discussion on promoting screening uptake among non adherent Chinese American immigrant women: A randomized controlled trial (2024)
This study looked at how to increase mammogram rates among nonadherent Chinese American immigrant women. Women were divided into two groups: one attended an in-person small group discussion with community health workers (CHWs) and a culturally relevant video, while the other group received the video by mail. Both groups sawRead more…
The Workforce of the Community Health Programs in the Partido District, Camarines Sur, Philippines: Through a Gender Lens (2024)
Community Health Workers (CHWs), especially women, face gender bias and low pay, often working in unpaid roles. This study examined the struggles of female Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) through a gender lens, revealing a system of male dominance in community health programs. Most BHWs were married, middle-aged, had little education,Read more…
Initiatives and Strategies to Strengthen the National, Regional, and International Global Health Security: A Case Study of Rwanda Biomedical Centre (2024)
Global Health Security (GHS) is a critical issue impacting health, economies, and societies worldwide. Strengthening GHS requires investment in health systems, infrastructure, and collaboration across nations. This study used various methods to assess Rwanda’s approach to improving GHS. Key efforts include merging 14 health institutions to create the Rwanda BiomedicalRead more…
ASHABot: An LLM-Powered Chatbot to Support the Informational Needs of Community Health Workers (2024)
This paper discusses ASHABot, a WhatsApp chatbot powered by AI, designed to help community health workers (CHWs) in India by providing them with medical information. The chatbot allowed CHWs to ask basic or sensitive questions privately, which they might hesitate to ask their supervisors. CHWs trusted ASHABot’s information and sawRead more…
Community members’ perceptions of community health workers in Melusi, Tshwane, South Africa (2024)
This study explored how community members in Melusi informal settlement, South Africa, view community health workers (CHWs). Participants praised CHWs for their communication, support, and ability to provide essential health services. Although some challenges like resistance and privacy issues were noted, CHWs were seen as vital in improving health, offeringRead more…
Effectiveness of Trained Community Lay Workers on Glycemic Control, Knowledge, and Self-Efficacy Among Agricultural Workers with Diabetes in the Texas Panhandle (2024)
This pilot project aimed to help Hispanic agricultural workers with diabetes in the Texas Panhandle lower their A1C levels and improve their diabetes knowledge. Community coaches, all Hispanic women, were trained to deliver a 12-week diabetes coaching program to 13 clients. After the program, clients showed significant improvements in diabetesRead more…
Centering the role of community health workers in social risk screening, referral, and follow-up within the primary care setting (2024)
This study looked at how community health workers (CHWs) can help identify and address social risks in primary care. Researchers worked with two health centers in Arizona to map their processes for screening, referring, and following up on social risks. They found gaps in the system and suggested ways toRead more…
People with HIV As Community Health Workers (CHWs) (2024)
The U.S. has made progress in preventing HIV and improving access to treatment, but there are still inequalities among different populations. Some individuals may face social isolation or poor quality of life, and navigating the complex healthcare system can be challenging. Community health workers (CHWs) are recognized as essential inRead more…
Strategies and Challenges of a Safe Fireplace Program in Rural Kenya: A Qualitative Study (2024)
This study looked at a safe fireplace program aimed at preventing burns in a rural community in Kenya. Researchers conducted in-depth interviews with five community health workers involved in the program. The interviews revealed three key areas: effective education methods, strategies for involving community stakeholders, and challenges in implementation. ParticipantsRead more…
Utilizing Community Health Workers to Advance Health Equity (2024)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) play an important role on the health care team, providing culturally relevant interventions to identify and reduce disparities. Read about tactics CHWs can use to improve outcomes in cardiovascular health. The integration of CHWs into health care settings provides an evidence-based, supportive, intermediary approach to cardiovascularRead more…
Integrating Community Health Workers as a Part of the Health Care Team (2024)
Community health workers (CHWs) are becoming vital members of the healthcare team. In Ohio, their numbers grew from 850 to over 1,200 between 2018 and 2022, with many working in community organizations, health departments, hospitals, and clinics. This growth is linked to various training programs, including certification options through theRead more…
Home visits versus fixed-site care by community health workers and child survival: a cluster-randomized trial, Mali (2024)
This study tested whether proactive home visits by trained community health workers (CHWs) could improve child survival in rural Mali. Over three years, nearly 32,000 children were enrolled in a trial comparing two groups: one receiving regular home visits from CHWs and the other receiving care at a fixed location.Read more…
Determinants of Effective Child Immunization Delivery: A Study of Community Health Units in Informal Settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya (2024)
This study examined how accountability systems and human resource practices affect the effectiveness of Community Health Units (CHUs) in delivering child immunization services in Nairobi’s urban informal settlements. Data from 354 Community Health Workers showed that clear accountability and proper human resource practices significantly improved CHU performance. The findings suggestRead more…
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