Microbial Contamination of Handwashing Water and Tap Surfaces in Addis Ababa Hospitals: A Threat to Infection Prevention
The study found significant microbial contamination in handwashing infrastructure. To reduce risks, facilities should install non-hand-operated stations, enhance routine cleaning and disinfection, and ensure proper maintenance. Regular water quality monitoring and infection control training are essential.
Authors
- Argaw Ambelu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1898-4100)
- Abayneh Melaku (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1412-6854)
- Tesfaye Admassu Abate (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3687-8230)
Institutions
- Water and Land Resource Centre (ET)
- Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (ET)
- Addis Ababa University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Environmental Health Insights
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/11786302251389704
- Primary Topic
- Infection Control in Healthcare
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00