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The Planetary Child Health & Enterics Observatory (Plan-EO): A protocol for an interdisciplinary research initiative and web-based dashboard for mapping enteric infectious diseases and their risk factors and interventions in LMICs
Plan-EO is a new initiative that aims to address the growing problem of diarrheal diseases in children, especially in the context of climate change. It brings together experts to collect and analyze data on enteric pathogens and their determinants. The project will create a database and a web-based dashboard to share spatial data products, helping to identify high-risk areas and populations for targeted interventions like vaccines and improved sanitation.
How school systems can improve health and well-being: topic brief: water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
Health-promoting schools (HPS) prioritize comprehensive health through policies, curricula, environments, and services. While not a new concept, its implementation has been limited. To address this, UN agencies have developed resources to empower countries to strengthen school health programs and create healthier learning environments.
WashʼEm in action
The website "WASH EM" is a platform that provides information and resources related to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in emergency settings. The website features a range of research articles, reports, and case studies related to WASH in emergencies, including topics such as water treatment, sanitation, hygiene promotion, and disease outbreak response.
Hygiene
Factsheet
The UNICEF data on water, sanitation, and hygiene highlights the ongoing challenges faced by many people around the world in accessing basic sanitation and hygiene facilities.
Why is personal hygiene important?
Medical News Today provides a comprehensive overview of personal hygiene practices and their importance for overall health and well-being. The article emphasizes the significance of maintaining good personal hygiene habits to prevent the spread of infections and diseases.
Progress on sanitation and hygiene on Africa 2000-2022
The WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (JMP) and the UN-Water Global Analysis and Assessment of Sanitation and Drinking-Water (GLAAS) have provided insights into the progress on sanitation and hygiene in Africa between 2000 and 2022.
No More Absence: Abuja NGO works to improve menstrual health for schoolgirls
The article underscores the significance of improving menstrual health for schoolgirls to combat absenteeism and enhance educational performance, as demonstrated by the initiatives of an Abuja-based NGO in Nigeria.
Do Menstrual hygiene management interventions improve education and psychosocial outcomes for women and girls in low and middle income countries? A systematic Review
Journal Article
The systematic review on menstrual hygiene management interventions in low and middle income countries found that while there were moderate improvements in school attendance with varied sanitary product interventions, the results were not always statistically significant.
Personal Hygiene
The blog emphasizes the significance of personal hygiene in maintaining good health and well-being. It underscores the importance of education and awareness in promoting proper hygiene practices to prevent illnesses and infections.