Assessment of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions in primary schools: a case study of Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

WASH interventions in the surveyed schools were inadequate and unevenly distributed, with notable gaps in disability inclusion, menstrual hygiene management and policy implementation. Strengthening routine water quality testing, upgrading sanitation infrastructure, ensuring soap availability, and implementing inclusive WASH and menstrual hygiene policies can significantly improve pupil health, reduce disease transmission, and promote equity in educational settings.

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BMC Public Health
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2026-01-30
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-026-26387-4
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Child Nutrition and Water Access
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Assessment of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions in primary schools: a case study of Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

Gugu Mchunu, Gladys Chepkorir Seroney, Ng’wena A.G. Magak
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Child Nutrition and Water Access
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Assessment of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions in primary schools: a case study of Uasin Gishu County, Kenya

Gugu Mchunu, Gladys Chepkorir Seroney, Ng’wena A.G. Magak
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Abstract

WASH interventions in the surveyed schools were inadequate and unevenly distributed, with notable gaps in disability inclusion, menstrual hygiene management and policy implementation. Strengthening routine water quality testing, upgrading sanitation infrastructure, ensuring soap availability, and implementing inclusive WASH and menstrual hygiene policies can significantly improve pupil health, reduce disease transmission, and promote equity in educational settings.

BMC Public HealthVol. 26(1)
Durban University of Technology (ZA), Maseno University (KE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 72%
Child Nutrition and Water Access
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