Psychosocial determinants of hand hygiene practices among children and adolescents living with HIV in the Northern city of Malawi
The study revealed several significant insights into the factors influencing hand hygiene practices among children and adolescents living with HIV. The findings emphasize the importance of tailored interventions addressing developmental, emotional, familial, religious, and social factors to promote sustained hygienic behaviors among children and adolescents.
Authors
- Maggie Zgambo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8667-795X)
- Fatch Welcome Kalembo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3032-3495)
- Paul Uchizi Kaseka (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6651-8000)
- Obed Nkhata
- Balwani Chingatichifwe Mbakaya
- Richard Moyo
Institutions
- Edith Cowan University (AU)
- Mzuzu University (MW)
- Curtin University (AU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Pediatrics
- Published
- 2026-02-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-025-06147-w
- Primary Topic
- Infection Control in Healthcare
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00