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State boosts CHPs work with stipends, gadgets and training

A Community Health Promoter checks the blood pressure of Health PS Mary Muthoni during inspection of their training in Embu. [File, Standard]

Community Health Promoters (CHPs) are individuals from local communities serving as frontline healthcare providers, delivering essential preventive and promotive healthcare services, especially in underserved or marginalized areas.

As primary health care providers in the level one service of the government health system delivery, CHPs are a crucial link between communities and formal health facilities.

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