This study aimed to assess the feasibility of integrating an innovative mHealth intervention into clinical and community settings to improve blood pressure (BP) control among African American patients. Results included a decrease in the mean systolic and diastolic BPs of the 7 patients by 6.5 mm Hg (P=.15) and 2.8 mm Hg (P=.78), respectively, at the immediate post intervention … [Read more...] about mHealth Intervention for Promoting Hypertension Self-management Among African American Patients Receiving Care at a Community Health Center: Formative Evaluation of the FAITH! Hypertension App
Improving outcomes for children with malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia in Mozambique: A cluster randomised controlled trial of the inSCALE technology innovation
This cluster randomized controlled trial evaluated a technology-based (mHealth) intervention package called Innovations At Scale For Community Access and Lasting Effects. The package supports integrated community case management programs using CHWsto increase treatment coverage for children with malaria, diarrhea, and pneumonia (MDP). Results showed an MDP prevalence of 53.5% … [Read more...] about Improving outcomes for children with malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia in Mozambique: A cluster randomised controlled trial of the inSCALE technology innovation
Improvement of community health worker counseling skills through early childhood development (ECD) videos, supervision and mentorship: A mixed methods pre-post evaluation from Tanzania
This study evaluated an early childhood development (ECD) project in Tanzania, assessing the effect of mobile video use, supervision and mentorship to improve the quality of CHW counseling skills. Post intervention, two-thirds of caregivers reported that the father’s involvement with their child increased due to CHW visits. Male participation in home observation sessions … [Read more...] about Improvement of community health worker counseling skills through early childhood development (ECD) videos, supervision and mentorship: A mixed methods pre-post evaluation from Tanzania
Maternal Postpartum Depression Screening and Referral in a Latinx Immigrant Population: A Quality Improvement Study
This study explored how a quality improvement project improves rates of screening and referrals with postpartum Latinx immigrant mothers. CHWs were designated to assist with postpartum depression (PPD) screening and referral for behavioral health services. Results demonstrated a 21% increase in screening of eligible postpartum mothers and referral rates to behavioral health … [Read more...] about Maternal Postpartum Depression Screening and Referral in a Latinx Immigrant Population: A Quality Improvement Study
Evaluation of the Community Health Worker Model for COVID-19 Response and Recovery
This study explored the role of CHWs in COVID-19 response, recovery, and rebuilding and the importance, needs, and perils of CHW models. The ¡Andale! ¿Que Esperas? (AQE) vaccination campaign invested in the CHW workforce in California, expanding access to and instilling confidence in COVID-19 vaccines among Latinx communities.The results highlight the importance of funding CHW … [Read more...] about Evaluation of the Community Health Worker Model for COVID-19 Response and Recovery
