Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control, global access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene education can reduce illness and death from disease, leading to improved health, poverty reduction, and socio-economic development. Resources available in this sub-theme include guidance on installation of cost-effective safe water supply systems and latrines, summaries of health improvements following WASH projects, and other resources that can help to improve the understanding of the health implications of WASH projects.
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Grant Agreement between the Republic of Guatemala and the United States of America for the Highlands Water and Sanitation Project
Published:
August 1, 1991U.S. Agency for International Development
The grant agreement for the Highlands Water and Sanitation project, which consisted of assistance to the Guatemalan government to decrease the incidence of gastrointestinal disease in communities through the provision of potable water systems and latrines supported by a health education program.Read more
Regional focus:
Guatemala, Latin America and the CaribbeanDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.