Authors

1. Goldfield, Norbert I. MD
2. Crittenden, Robert MD
3. Fox, Durrell BS, CHW
4. McDonough, John PhD
5. Nichols, Len PhD
6. Lee Rosenthal, Elizabeth PhD, MS, MPH

Abstract

Dealing with the COVID-19 coronavirus requires a coordinated transnational effort. We propose a 2-stage state-led effort that utilizes community health workers (CHWs). We spell out what is beginning to occur in states to control and suppress COVID-19. In the second stage, we suggest working with these CHWs as a key element in the next evolution of our health care system: community-centered population health.