Community Health News and Updates
Three Ways to Support Migrant Farmworkers Families as They Move from Place to Place
- Migrant farmworkers and their families leave their homes to work in agriculture, affecting their mental and physical health.
- Moving often poses various challenges to migrant farmworker families.
- Migrant Health Centers, education programs, and legal aid services provide support to this migrant population.
- Providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services is key to supporting this population as they move from place to place.
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CHWs are a Critical Lifeline in the Era of Expensive Prescriptions
Community Health Workers, trust-worthy liaisons between medical professionals and their community, are a great resource for patients combating the negative consequences associated with skipping prescription drugs. CHWs can educate those who can’t afford their prescription drugs on how to lead healthier lifestyles and help stress the importance of managing chronic diseases.
Mental Health CHW-led Programs Show Promise in Latino Communities
The lack of access to information and services in Spanish can prevent many Latinos from seeking care. Many CHW-led interventions recruit bi-lingual members of the community, allowing for correct interpretation of information, effective education and a way to address stigma. More importantly, it allows individuals who face language barriers the path to express their mental health concerns without fear of misinterpretation.
CHWs Can Meet the Health Needs of Island Residents
In 2015, chronic diseases (those that are not infectious but rather have slow progression and long duration) accounted for over two-thirds of all deaths in the Pacific Islands. Tragically, 70-75% of deaths in the Pacific Islands are considered premature, occurring before age 60. There is clearly a demonstrated need for high quality, cost-effective healthcare services.
