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The role of community health and nutrition volunteers in improving the health and nutrition status of infant and young children in remote areas, Hajjah, Yemen (2024)
In Yemen, this study assessed the impact of Community Health and Nutrition Volunteers (CHNVs) on children’s health in remote villages. The study compared villages with CHNVs to those without, focusing on vaccination rates, illness, and nutrition among infants and young children. The findings showed that children in villages with CHNVsRead more…
Community Health Worker Pay Equity (2021)
The National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW) conducted a survey in 2021 to better understand the work and challenges faced by Community Health Workers (CHWs) across the U.S. The survey gathered responses from 867 CHWs, revealing insights into their employment status, overtime pay, and views on whether their wagesRead more…
Supervision and Support Interventions Targeted at Community Health Workers in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review to Identify Characteristics Associated with Successful Outcomes (2024)
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are key to providing healthcare in underserved areas of sub-Saharan Africa but often struggle due to limited training and support. This study reviewed 55 studies on CHW supervision and support interventions from 2013 to 2024. It identified four main types of successful interventions: supervision, job aids,Read more…
Assessing the knowledge and skill of ASHA community health workers in blood pressure measurement and primary care of hypertension (2024)
In India, where hypertension is a major issue, a study in Chhattisgarh trained 38,000 Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) to measure blood pressure and provide related advice. The training’s effectiveness was tested with two groups of CHWs from rural and urban areas. Results showed that most CHWs performed well inRead more…
Enhancing Community Health Workers’ Capacity for Diabetes Coaching: A Collaborative Approach to Support High-Need Residents (2024)
This program aimed to boost diabetes self-management in a low-income community by partnering with Community Health Workers (CHWs). The CHWs were trained to provide health coaching and collect data as part of a food-based health intervention. The program, which served Southeast Asian, Latino, and African American communities, included training andRead more…
Evaluating counseling skills of community health workers for pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province (2024)
This study evaluated the counseling skills of Community Health Workers (CHWs) who support pregnant adolescents in Limpopo province, South Africa. Using a questionnaire and data from 81 CHWs, the study found that there were significant differences in how CHWs approached various stages of counseling, such as preparation, introduction, working phase,Read more…
Community Health Navigator assisted transition of care from hospital to community: A randomized control trial (2024)
This trial is testing the impact of Community Health Navigators (CHNs) in helping patients with chronic conditions transition from hospital to home. CHNs, who are trusted local community members, aim to improve care and reduce hospital readmissions by providing support and connecting patients with necessary services. The study involves randomlyRead more…
Development of a framework for community health workers to contribute to interprofessional learning teams (2024)
The study aimed to create a framework to help Community Health Workers (CHWs) effectively join and support interprofessional teams working on diabetes care in South African rural communities. Using a theory-based approach and input from various discussions and reviews, a draft framework was developed and validated by experts. The finalRead more…
Surgical Site Infection Prevention Training of Community Health workers in Rwanda. (2024)
The University of Rwanda’s Global Surgery Research Hub developed a toolkit to prevent Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) and trained Community Health Workers (CHWs) on how to use it. This toolkit aims to improve awareness and management of SSIs at the community level, where CHWs play a crucial role in providingRead more…
Integrating trauma- and violence-informed care for adolescent mothers in Rwanda: a qualitative study with community health workers (2024)
In Rwanda, maternal community health workers provide crucial support to adolescent mothers, who face unique challenges like trauma, violence, and stigma. These workers offer personalized care, act as liaisons, and tailor home visits to meet the needs of young mothers. However, they face challenges such as handling violence disclosures, financialRead more…
Primary Health Care in transitional care of people with stroke (2024)
This study explored how Primary Health Care (PHC) teams support stroke patients after hospital discharge. Through interviews, observations, and document analysis, the study highlighted the crucial roles of community health workers, multidisciplinary teams, and nurses in managing care, promoting health, and preventing further issues. Home visits were identified as essential,Read more…
Development of a Digital Platform to Promote Mother and Child Health in Underserved Areas of a Lower-Middle-Income Country: Mixed Methods Formative Study (2024)
This study explored whether a digital app could improve the communication skills of community health workers (CHWs) to better support mothers and children in underserved areas of Islamabad. Researchers developed and tested “Sehat Ghar,” a video-based health education app, training 10 volunteer CHWs to use it. The CHWs showed significantRead more…
How Should a Medical-Legal Partnership Address Unique Needs of People With Criminal Legal System Involvement? (2024)
Medical-legal partnerships (MLPs) play a crucial role in addressing legal issues that negatively impact health, particularly for individuals affected by mass incarceration. These partnerships involve community health workers (CHWs) who actively support individuals with both criminal and civil legal needs after their release from incarceration. CHWs serve as vital connectorsRead more…
Exploring the motivations of female community health volunteers in primary healthcare provision in rural Nepal: A qualitative study (2024)
Motivating Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) in rural Nepal is key to achieving primary healthcare (PHC) in resource-poor areas. This study explored what influences their motivation. While FCHVs are committed to their voluntary work, challenges like the cost of volunteering, lack of family and community support, and bureaucratic demands reduceRead more…
Health service providers’ views on barriers and drivers to childhood vaccination of FDMN/Rohingya refugees: A qualitative study in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh (2024)
Despite vaccination programs, vaccine-preventable diseases persist among Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. This study investigated health service providers’ (HSPs) perspectives on barriers and facilitators to childhood vaccination. Using the COM-B model, data from focus groups and interviews highlighted key factors influencing vaccination. HSPs cited knowledge and communication skills as critical drivers,Read more…
The use of community-oriented primary care (COPC) model to generate vaccine demand: The case of a remote fishing community in Cameroon (2024)
This study focuses on improving childhood vaccination in hard-to-reach areas of the Manoka Health District in Cameroon, which has a high rate of unvaccinated children (91.7%). Factors like reliance on herbalists and poor trust in the healthcare system have contributed to vaccine hesitancy. The project used community health workers (CHWs)Read more…
Malaria community case management usage and quality of malaria care in a moderate Plasmodium falciparum burden region of Chadiza District, Zambia (2024)
This report examines malaria case management in Chadiza District, Zambia, where community case management (CCM) programs are expanding to include all ages, not just children under 5. A survey of 11,030 participants found a malaria prevalence of 19.1%, with school-aged children showing the highest rates at 28.8%. Among those whoRead more…
Tools for Recruiting and Retaining CHWs in Public Health Agencies (2024)
The “Community Health Worker Toolkit: Capacity Building in Local Health Departments” helps local health departments (LHDs) recruit and retain community health workers (CHWs), who are vital for connecting communities with health and social services. Due to high turnover rates often linked to dissatisfaction with support and pay, the toolkit offersRead more…
Sustainable financing of Community Health Worker employment: Key options for states to consider (2023)
The document explores various strategies for states to sustainably finance Community Health Worker (CHW) positions. It outlines key options for funding CHWs, including definitions, important considerations, and the advantages and limitations of each option. Real-life examples and resources are also provided, along with a summary table of the key optionsRead more…
CHW Training: Substance use disorder – Spanish (2024)
Substance Use Disorder, An Epidemic Within a Pandemic” is a training program for Community Health Workers (CHWs) focused on the rise in substance use during infectious disease outbreaks. Participants will learn about substance use disorder, its effects, warning signs, treatment options, and how CHWs can help at-risk individuals. This courseRead more…
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