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During the initial phase of the 2014–2016 Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in Monrovia, Liberia, all hospitals’ isolation capaciti
Somali Region of Ethiopia has been affected by drought for several years.
Supplying safe drinking water in humanitarian emergencies is critical, and source water chlorination is a commonly implemented inter
Chlorine tablets are often a good choice for water treatment in emergencies because they are widely available, cost-effective, easil
Chlorine tablets are commonly distributed for household water treatment in emergencies.
The reliance on chlorination in humanitarian operations has raised concerns among practitioners about possible health risks associat
In August 2015, an outbreak of cholera was reported in Tanzania.
This report is the first installment of the ‘Social Science in Epidemics’ series, commissioned by the USAID Office of U.S.
Background. Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are immediate priorities for human survival and dignity in emergencies.