Utilization and Satisfaction with Community Health Worker Services amongst Caregivers of Children under Five in Mwea West, Kirinyaga County
Keywords:
Child Health, Client Satisfaction, Community Health Strategy, Community Healthcare Worker, MDG 4, Primary Health CareAbstract
CHWs provide a possible solution for delivery of promotive and preventive interventions which have the potential to improve child health.
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