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2023 Hand Hygiene Research Summary  >

Published: September 9, 2024

The 2023 hand hygiene research summary outlines key themes and findings from hygiene-related research papers published in 2023. Sections include: • Impact of Hand Hygiene • Handwashing Access and Supplies • Determinants of Hand Hygiene Behaviour • Interventions for Hand Hygiene Behaviour Change • Monitoring […]

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Commentary: How can global guidelines support sustainable hygiene systems?  >

Published: November 1, 2023

Citation: Esteves Mills J, Thomas A, Abdalla N, et al. How can global guidelines support sustainable hygiene systems? BMJ Glob Health 2023;8:e013632. doi:10.1136/bmjgh-2023-013632 Summary: Hand hygiene is a cost-effective preventive measure to reduce transmission of infectious diseases. Yet, a quarter of the global population lack […]

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2022 Hand Hygiene Research Index  >

Published: May 26, 2023

The 2022 Hand Hygiene Research Index is a comprehensive list of all peer-reviewed publications related to hand hygiene published in 2022. The index is available here. To read a full narrative of research published in 2022, check out the 2022 Hand Hygiene Research Summary here.

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WaterAid Learning Brief: Hygiene Behaviour Change  >

Published: October 11, 2022

This learning brief is based hygiene behaviour change learnings and insights from the Boosting Business pilot research project conducted in collaboration with Diageo, Gap Inc., HSBC, Twinings and ekaterra. The Boosting Business project aimed to measure the tangible impact of WASH investment in ten workplaces […]

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2021 Hand Hygiene Research Summary  >

Published: April 15, 2022

The 2021 hand hygiene research summary outlines key themes and findings from hygiene-related research papers published in 2021. Sections include health and non-health impacts of hand hygiene, hand hygiene access and supplies, determinants and interventions for hand hygiene behavior change in various settings, and the […]

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Effectiveness of behaviour change techniques used in hand hygiene interventions targeting older children – A systematic review  >

Published: January 31, 2022

Citation: Watson J, Cumming O, MacDougall A, Czerniewska A, Dreibelbis R. Effectiveness of behaviour change techniques used in hand hygiene interventions targeting older children – A systematic review. Soc Sci Med. 2021 Jul;281:114090. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2021.114090. Epub 2021 May 31. PMID: 34118686. Abstract: Background: Promoting good […]

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2021 Handwashing Innovations Think Tank Report  >

Published: August 20, 2021

The Global Handwashing Partnership convened the 2021 virtual Handwashing Innovations Think Tank in May 2021. This event brought together academics, practitioners and stakeholders working in handwashing behavior change across the globe to co-create solutions for handwashing innovation.

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The H in WASH: A Reflection on the Contribution, Style and Legacy of Professor Val Curtis  >

Published: April 9, 2021

This paper reflects on the contribution, style and legacy of Professor Val Curtis. Professor Curtis was a public health researcher, hygiene champion, and founding member of the Global Handwashing Partnership.

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2020 Handwashing Research Summary  >

Published: March 22, 2021

The 2020 handwashing research summary outlines key themes and findings from handwashing-related research papers published in 2020. Sections include handwashing benefits, access and supplies, behavior, handwashing programs in specific contexts, and COVID-19.

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GLAAS Hygiene Highlight Report  >

Published: December 9, 2020

This highlight report includes UN Water GLAAS findings on national policies, plans, targets and finance for hygiene.

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