Resources
2018 Handwashing Research Index
A core goal of our research summaries is to increase the research focus on handwashing. In 2018, we found 155 studies which explore handwashing in connection with diverse programmatic areas in global health and development, varying from urban design to maternal and child health. These […]
WASH in Emergencies Problem Exploration Report: Handwashing
This report from the Humanitarian Innovation Fund explores the challenges and limitations of handwashing in emergency settings, and outlines focus areas for future research.
Side Session Summary: Sustaining WASH behaviors and practices in healthcare settings
In this summary, we highlight the key messages and knowledge points from the roundtable discussion with partners and stakeholders on sustaining behavior and practices at the 41st WEDC conference.
2017 Handwashing Research Summary
In this summary, we outline key themes and findings from 117 handwashing-related research papers published in 2017.
Infographic: Hygiene in Health Facilities
This infographic introduces the key data on hand hygiene and sepsis in healthcare facilities, and shares practical steps to support health workers in the prevention of sepsis.
FAQ: Using Nudges to Encourage Handwashing with Soap
This brief answers some frequently asked questions about nudges as a behavior change tool, and highlights interventions where nudges have been used to increase handwashing.
WASH in Healthcare Facilities: A toolbox for improving quality of care
This resource, a microsite, shares tools, perspectives as well as the USAID Maternal & Child Survival program expertise in the integration of WASH in quality of care improvement.
Handwashing – Vital for Sustainable Development advocacy brief
This advocacy brief explains why handwashing with soap is critical to sustainable development, and how this key behavior contributes to many of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Fact Sheet: Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Facilities
This fact sheet highlights the evidence on healthcare-related risks of poor hygiene and the critical components in the improvement of quality of care and reduction of negative outcomes of poor hand hygiene compliance in healthcare facilities.
The State of Handwashing in 2016
In this summary, we outline key themes and findings from 59 handwashing-related research papers published in 2016.
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