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11.6.14

An In-Depth Look at Peer Support App Development, Part 2

Clayton Velicer, MPH In part 1 of this blog we looked at the development of an app called PersonA for increasing physical activity that includes a function for providing peer support. Specifically, we looked at how Al Ayuba and... Read More ›
Categories >Emotional Support, mobile technology
Tag >mobile technology
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10.30.14

Comparing Diabetes Support in 3 Countries

Clayton Velicer, MPH Our website has frequently promoted peer support and community health worker programs around the world including programs in Afghanistan, China, Australia, and India. In this week's blog, we discuss the findings... Read More ›
Categories >Community Health Workers, diabetes, MoPo Tsyo, Primary care, sustainability
Tags >CHW, Community Health Worker, diabetes, global health
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10.17.14

Relationship Styles to Enhance Mental Health Peer Support

Jewels Rhode, MPH student Research has shown that the development of meaningful relationships is an essential part of the mental health recovery process regardless of any specific therapy type or approach. This short guide was created... Read More ›
Categories >Emotional Support, Mental Health, training
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9.30.14

An In-Depth Look at Peer Support App Development, Part 1

Clayton Velicer, MPH Previously on this blog we have provided updates on mobile apps that incorporate peer and social support. Now, with the increasing number of apps coming onto the market, more transparency on the development and... Read More ›
Categories >Emotional Support, mobile technology
Tags >Insightful, Theory
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9.12.14

CHW Care for Latinos with Diabetes: The DIALBEST Study

Clayton Velicer, MPH In our August Newsletter we highlighted the growth of community health workers (CHWs), particularly in Latino communities. We also highlighted an example of CHWs using mobile technology to boost impact in... Read More ›
Categories >Affordable Care Act, Community Health Workers, diabetes, Emotional Support, Integration, Primary care
Tags >Affordable Care Act, CHW, Community Health Worker, diabetes, training
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