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Background. Children in humanitarian situations are particularly vulnerable to diseases such as diar- rhoea.
Background: Hygiene promotion is a cornerstone of humanitarian response during infectious disease outbreaks.
Background: Cholera remains a leading cause of infectious disease outbreaks globally, and a major public health threat in complex em
The most important information concerning WASH and the COVID-19 virus is summarized here.
Household water treatment (HWTS) methods, such as boiling or chlorination, have long been recommended in emergencies.
Point-of-use water treatment (PoUWT), such as boiling or chlorine disinfection, has long been recommended in emergencies.
When responding to an emergency situation, ensuring safe excreta disposal is an urgent priority in the disaster relief effort.