Brief Summary
The video emphasizes the shift towards preventive healthcare in Kenya, highlighting the crucial role of Community Health Promoters (CHPs) in achieving universal health coverage. These CHPs, each responsible for 100 households, will conduct door-to-door visits to educate and register citizens with the Social Health Authority, ensuring that even the most vulnerable are included, with the government covering their costs. The initiative aims for 100% registration, utilizing collaboration between CHPs, the Ministry of Interior, national administration, and county governments. To support their efforts, 100,000 CHPs will be equipped with essential kits for health screenings, medicines, and supplies, enabling them to provide basic healthcare services at the household level.
Preventive Healthcare and Community Health Promoters
The focus is shifting from curative to preventive healthcare, with Community Health Promoters (CHPs) playing a vital role. These CHPs provide promotive services at the household level and integrate preventive services into primary healthcare. Each CHP is responsible for approximately 100 households, conducting door-to-door visits to educate people about the importance of registering with the Social Health Authority.
Reaching 100% Registration
The goal is to achieve 100% registration with the Social Health Authority, ensuring no one is left behind. The government will cover the costs for those who cannot afford it. CHPs will collaborate with the Ministry of Interior, national administration, and county governments to reach every Kenyan.
Equipping Community Health Promoters
To support their work, 100,000 CHPs will receive kits containing basic equipment for household health screenings, medicines, and supplies. This will enable them to provide essential services at the household level.
