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
Recommendations for the Rural Water and Environmental Sanitation Project in Peru
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April 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Document offers recommendations for the rural water and environmental sanitation project in Peru.Read more
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PeruLatin America and the CaribbeanUNICEF/PAHO Joint Workshop on Drinking Water and Sanitation in Rural and Urban Slum Areas, Lima, Peru, 17-22 November 1980
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December 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of the Lima Workshop sponsored by UNICEF and PAHO is to define UNICEF's activities during the International Decade on Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation. The interest is in small villages, semi-dispersed areas, and urban slum areas. Their methodology lays heavy emphasis on health...Read more
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PeruLatin America and the CaribbeanAppropriate Technology for Rural Water Supply and Sanitation in El Salvador; a Brief Review and Bibliography
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September 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
This report details the use of appropriate technology for rural water supplies in El Salvador. Specifically, the development of manuals and standards, list of best practices, and bibliography detailing further resources.Read more
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El SalvadorLatin America and the CaribbeanTechnical Assistance in the Manufacture and Quality Control of the Aid/Battelle Handpump in the Dominican Republic
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June 24, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical assistance in the Manufacture and Quality Control of the AID/Battelle hand pump in the Dominican Republic which contains both financial and technical information regarding the overarching WASH project.Read more
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Dominican RepublicLatin America and the CaribbeanXIII Central American Congress of AIDIS
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March 28, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
Ten different models of filters were tested for efficiency of flow and purification of the water, simplicity of manufacture, availability of materials, cost and contribution to the use of local labor. Of the ten, two were found to meet all parameters.Read more
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Latin America and the CaribbeanSocio-Cultural and Economic Characteristics of Conditions in Ancash and La Libertad, Peru With Special Emphasis on the Callejones De Huaylas and Conchucos: Questions to Be Considered in an Evaluation of Care - Sponsored Water, Sewage and Health Projects
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November 1, 1980U.S. Agency for International Development
This paper is prepared to provide a PPC evaluation team which is reviewing CARE-implemented water, sewage, and health projects with information on socio-cultural and economic patters in highland portions of those departments. Water and sanitation practices will vary considerable in the study areas...Read more
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PeruLatin America and the CaribbeanProject Grant Agreement between El Salvador and the United States of America for Rural Water Supply and Sanitation
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September 1, 1979U.S. Agency for International Development
The project grant agreement for the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation project in El Salvador, which consists of four components designed to sustain access of Salvadorans in rural areas to water and sanitation facilities. Read more
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El SalvadorLatin America and the CaribbeanHealth and Nutrition Benefits--Improving Water Supplies
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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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BrazilLatin America and the CaribbeanThrust: First Annual Report
U.S. Agency for International Development
The seismic sea wave, or tsunami, has been one of the most destructive natural hazards within the Pacific Basin. Mitigation procedures are especially vital to these coastal populations in areas close to the source of the tsunami. Developing countries, with minimal or no regional warning systems,...Read more
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ChileLatin America and the CaribbeanStatus. of Aid Type Hand pump in the Dominican Republic
U.S. Agency for International Development
The USAID/Washington through its Office of Health requested the Water and Sanitation for Health (WASH) Project to provide technical assistance for the USAID Mission to the Dominican Republic and the State Secretariate for Public Health and Social Assistance (SESPAS). This technical as assistance...Read more
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Dominican RepublicLatin America and the CaribbeanDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.