The Community Health Workers (CHWS) National Library has been compiled by our team from nationwide sources.
Authors Migrant Clinicians Network
Date 2006
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Health Equity, Tools and Guides, US- based
In English
Un manual en inglés y en español para educar sobre los riesgos de seguridad y salud de los pesticidas. Proporciona información y sugerencias para involucrar a la comunidad en este tema.
Authors CHW Training
Date 2015
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Tools and Guides, Training and Supervision, US- based
Website for Community Health Worker Training, offering courses on subjects ranging from health literacy to navigating health insurance. Content created by Talance, and is available for a subscription fee.
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Authors Community Health Training Institute
Date
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Tools and Guides, Training and Supervision, US- based
Website for the Community Health Training Institute, an organization offering trainings addressing health equity, policy and systems change, youth development, and other topics to those involved in community health. The Training Institute is the product of a partnership between Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Health Resources in Action.
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Authors National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Date 2014
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Health Equity, Selected Health Conditions, Tools and Guides, US- based
Toolkits from the Community Health Worker Health Disparities Initiative offering population-specific education about heart health.
Authors Nwameme, A.U., Tabong, P.T., Adongo, P.B.
Date 2018
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Global, Health Equity, Research and Evaluation Methods
A qualitative study exploring the views of urban community health workers as they adapt Ghana’s rural Community-Based Health Planning and Service program for a rural setting. Identifies opportunities and challenges for the program.
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Authors Hussein, S.Y., Swanepoel, D.W., Mahomed, F., Biagio de Jager, L.
Date 2018
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Global, Research and Evaluation Methods, Selected Health Conditions
Evaluates a hearing screening program implemented by community health workers. Young children were screened for hearing loss using a smartphone app, then referred by CHWs as needed.
Abstract available on Taylor and Francis website. (You may need to purchase the full text article.)
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Authors Schneider, H., Lehmann, U.
Date 2016
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords CHW models, Health Equity
Defines community health systems as the space between formal health structures (in which community health workers are integrated) and community systems (where community health workers are embedded). Calls for a broader understanding and exploration of community health systems as a means to achieving comprehensive care for all.
Abstract available on Taylor and Francis website. (You may need to purchase the full text article.)
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Authors Mottiar, S., Lodge, T.
Date 2018
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Global, HIV/AIDS
A qualitative study of community health workers involved in South Africa’s HIV/AIDS treatment programme. Examines CHWs’ motivations and and stressors, as well as factors impacting the long-term sustainability of the treatment programme.
Abstract available on Taylor and Francis website. (You may need to purchase the full text article.)
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Authors Hodgkinson, L.M., Makori, J., Okwiri, J., Tsisiche, C., Arudo, J., et. al.
Date 2018
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Global, HIV/AIDS
Analyzes factors leading to lapses in adherence with antiretroviral therapy, as well as the role of community health workers in helping patients resume treatment.
Abstract available on Taylor and Francis website. (You may need to purchase the full text article.)
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Authors Newman, P.M., Franke, M.F., Arrieta, J., Carrasco, H., Elliott, P., et. al.
Date 2018
Project No Project Affiliation
Keywords Global, Research and Evaluation Methods, Scope of Practice, Selected Health Conditions
The authors of this study sought to determine whether a community health worker intervention might improve disease control and adherence among individuals living with diabetes or hypertension. The CHW intervention was associated with a significant increase in disease management and adherence.
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