The number of children who have been diagnosed with Autism has increased sharply in recent years—at least for some children. White children in the U.S. are tested for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a part of regular care, which means they can be diagnosed earlier and go down a road for intervention and services that […]
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The best ways to assess the skills and core competencies of CHWs includes a mix of assessment methodologies, and looking at all of them to develop a clearer picture of where healthcare team members need to improve.
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By Gabrielle Carrero The coronavirus is emptying America’s cupboards. Growing food insecurity is making more people wonder where their next meal will come from. Income disruption and limited access or availability of food at grocery stores are only a few reasons why families and individuals are experiencing it for the first time. Meanwhile, many that
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By Monique Cuvelier Health insurance is—if possible—even more important for Americans now than ever before. Everyone’s healthcare needs have been turned upside down, thanks to the coronavirus. Some people are sicker, some are withholding their preventative care checkups, such as breast cancer screenings, until they feel comfortable visiting doctors, and others still have shifts—or gaps—in
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Healthcare has a gender bias against women. Here are 10 ways to support health equity for women, families, and communities.
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Social factors have a large impact on a person’s health and mean many people die early or have a worse life. CHWTraining shows how teaching about health disparities can lead to better equity.
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Community health workers can help promote breast cancer screenings on many fronts. They’re powerful allies in the battle against breast cancer, especially in underserved communities, where they live, work, or understand deeply. CHWTraining shows how you can use them in your program.
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Every year more people become community health workers across the United States, and every year there are more conferences to support them. Conferences, workshops, annual meetings, and symposiums are excellent opportunities to brush up on your skills, learn new skills, and hear from the experts and thinkers in the community and public health industry. Here’s a list of the top CHW conferences for the year.
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Breast cancer screening is key to early detection. However not all women get their mammogram. CHWTraining’s new, community-focused breast cancer screening course fills the industry’s skills gap by providing training in key areas such as breast cancer screening, cancer prevention, women’s health, communication skills, outreach and more.
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Health care organizations including agencies and hospitals need to find ways to help with funding now more than ever. Here are some non-traditional ideas for providers and other entities to seek millions of dollars in grants.
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