Chronic pain management: What CHWs can do to help
What is chronic pain? Chronic pain is pain that lasts for longer than 12 weeks. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, disease, and inflammation. Chronic pain can be debilitating, and it can make it difficult to perform everyday activities, work, and enjoy life. How can CHWs help with chronic pain […]
Supporting Patients with Cancer through Treatment and Beyond
Cancer is a complex and challenging disease that can have a devastating impact on patients and their families. Community health workers (CHWs) play an important role in supporting patients with cancer through treatment and beyond. CHWs can provide education, support, and resources to help patients with cancer understand their condition, make healthy choices, and manage […]
Helping Patients with Asthma manage their Symptoms
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways, making it difficult to breathe. It is one of the most common chronic diseases among children, but it can also affect adults. While there is no cure for asthma, there are effective treatments that can help people with asthma manage their symptoms and […]
Heart Disease Prevention for CHWs
Community health workers (CHWs) play an important role in heart disease prevention. By educating patients about the risk factors for heart disease and helping them make healthy lifestyle changes, CHWs can help to prevent heart disease and its complications. Here are some tips for CHWs on how to provide effective heart disease prevention support: Educate […]
Diabetes management: Tips for CHWs
Community health workers (CHWs) play a vital role in helping people with diabetes manage their condition and live healthy lives. CHWs can provide education, support, and resources to help people with diabetes understand their condition, make healthy lifestyle changes, and monitor their blood sugar levels. Here are some tips for CHWs on how to provide […]
