Assessing the knowledge and skill of ASHA community health workers in blood pressure measurement and primary care of hypertension.

Introduction: India has a high burden of hypertension, and community health workers (CHWs) can contribute to its primary care. Studies of small-scale interventions have shown that trained CHWs can be useful contributors to hypertension care. No assessments are available in India on effectiveness of CHW training when conducted on a large scale.

Impact of community health workers on improving identification and primary care of hypertension among the urban poor - findings from Chhattisgarh state of India.

Background: Hypertension is a major health problem globally and in India. Around 60% of people with hypertension in India are not aware that they have the condition. Less than 30% of individuals with hypertension are on treatment.