Prevalence based study on Basic Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) practices and it’s impact among scholars : A reviewed Article

  • Unique Paper ID: 206275
  • Volume: 13
  • Issue: 2
  • PageNo: 802-804
  • Abstract:
  • Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) are essential for maintaining good health and preventing the spread of infectious diseases among scholars. This review article examines the prevalence of basic WASH practices, including access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and proper hand hygiene. The findings indicate that inadequate WASH practices increase the risk of contamination, illness, and school absenteeism. Strengthening WASH awareness and infrastructure is crucial for promoting healthier educational environments and improving students' overall well-being.

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BibTeX

@article{206275,
        author = {Ms. Rajeshwari T Ghattennavar and Mr. Amaresh H and Dr Utalbasha N Dhandargi},
        title = {Prevalence based study on Basic Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) practices and it’s impact among scholars : A reviewed Article},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {2},
        pages = {802-804},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=206275},
        abstract = {Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) are essential for maintaining good health and preventing the spread of infectious diseases among scholars. This review article examines the prevalence of basic WASH practices, including access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and proper hand hygiene. The findings indicate that inadequate WASH practices increase the risk of contamination, illness, and school absenteeism. Strengthening WASH awareness and infrastructure is crucial for promoting healthier educational environments and improving students' overall well-being.},
        keywords = {Hand Hygiene, Sanitation, Clean, Hand Wash, Contamination, etc},
        month = {July},
        }

Cite This Article

Ghattennavar, M. R. T., & H, M. A., & Dhandargi, D. U. N. (2026). Prevalence based study on Basic Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) practices and it’s impact among scholars : A reviewed Article. International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology (IJIRT), 13(2), 802–804.

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