The Ministry of Health has commissioned 332 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in Kyenjojo District. These workers are equipped with essential tools. They include bicycles for mobility, tablets for reporting, digital blood pressure machines, and other medical equipment. Their main role is to promote health and prevent diseases within their communities.
The CHEWs underwent a six-month training program. This initiative supports the Ministry’s broader goals. It aims to achieve zero new HIV infections, eliminate key diseases, and advance universal health coverage. Dressed in new uniforms, the 332 workers and their families gathered at Kyenjojo District Headquarters. The event marked the completion of their training. It also signaled the start of their service to the community.
Dr. Diana Atwine, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, spoke at the event. She emphasized the critical role these workers will play. Their work in disease prevention, early detection, and health promotion is vital. These efforts will help achieve the Ministry’s long-term health goals.
The Kyenjojo District Health Officer welcomed the deployment. He noted that the addition of trained CHEWs would address healthcare gaps. Remote areas, in particular, will benefit from their services. The district’s vast coverage area makes this support especially important. He commended the workers for their dedication to improving healthcare delivery.
Beyond healthcare provision, the team will focus on information dissemination. They will ensure communities receive accurate health guidance. However, their duties will remain strictly within their designated roles and responsibilities.
The event concluded with the distribution of equipment. This marked the beginning of the workers’ journey. They will serve their communities with renewed commitment and determination.
