Silence the Silent Killer 'High Blood Pressure'

Dear Partner,

Did you know that nearly one in four Kenyan adults has raised blood pressure — yet most don’t even know it? (WHO/EMRO, 2020) That silent nature makes hypertension one of the most dangerous health risks facing our communities today.

That’s why every door the Community Health Promoters (CHPs) knock on matters. They begin by sensitizing community members —explaining what high blood pressure is, how stress, salt, and inactivity can quietly harm the heart. Then, they check. This year, 169,762 people were screened, and 8,477 were identified as having high blood pressure and referred to their chosen healthcare facilities for care. Each screening is not just a number — it’s a moment of awareness, a chance to change a life before it’s too late.

Through our Youth Center, 4,957 youths have also been trained on stress management and healthy living. Many of them share what they’ve learned with friends and families, sparking a ripple of awareness that spreads far beyond our sessions. And it matters: research shows that long-term stress and anxiety can increase the risk of hypertension. By helping our youth manage stress early, we are protecting the next generation from heart disease before it begins.

Because of you, underserved families learn that they are screened and referred to the health facilities to manage hypertension if found with it. And people are beginning to take control of their health. Every visit, every screening, every conversation — that’s the quiet transformation you’re making possible.

Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a prosperous year ahead! We warmly invite you to explore more about our programs and impact on our website: www.villagehopecore.org

With heartfelt gratitude,

Partnerships and Fundraising team
Village HopeCore International