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Background Large epidemics frequently emerge in conflict-affected states.
In recent outbreak settings, the use of rapid response teams (RRTs) to support the WASH sector has increa
The reliance on chlorination in humanitarian operations has raised concerns among practitioners about possible health risks associat
Camps are places of refuge for people fleeing conflict and disaster, but they can be dangerous, especially for women and girls.
Poor lighting at water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities may reduce the usage of latrines and other services such as bathing
This discussion paper summarizes the results and implications of a study commissioned by the World Bank to conduct
Lighting should be provided for WASH facilities in Humanitarian contexts according to several standards.
Effective menstrual management is essential for the mental and physical well-being of women.
In July 2007, a study by the Centre for Environmental Health Engineering, at the University of Surrey, assessed a modified method of