Water, Sanitation, Hygiene
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. However, many countries are challenged to provide these basic necessities to their populations, leaving people at risk for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)-related diseases. Resources available within this theme offer information on providing access to safe water and appropriate sanitation facilities, and introducing sound hygiene behaviors.
Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Resources
Sudan - Complex Emergency Situation Report #1
Published:
October 3, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
In September, insecurity continued to cause displacement and impede humanitarian access to populations in need. Fighting in North Darfur significantly limited humanitarian access to newly displaced populations and caused several agencies to limit or suspend humanitarian programs in the area...Read more
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Sudan, Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America and the Caribbean - Newsletter: September FY 2008
Published:
September 1, 2008U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID/OFDA have provided funding in Latin America and the Caribbean largely focused on humanitarian aid in response to recent tropical storms and hurricanes which effected Costa Rica, Haiti, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. Also detailed are Chile's volcano early warning system, and land...Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanHealth and Nutrition Benefits--Improving Water Supplies
Published:
August 1, 1975U.S. Agency for International Development
Field study focuses on the crucial importance of improved water supply as a means to control diarrheal disease. The study approach is broad in that it recognizes that contaminated water is not the sole factor in diarrheal disease. Other factors, particularly cultural habits of hygiene and...Read more
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Brazil, 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.