Water, Sanitation, Hygiene
According to the Centers for Disease Control, global access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene education can reduce illness and death from disease, leading to improved health, poverty reduction, and socio-economic development. However, many countries are challenged to provide these basic necessities to their populations, leaving people at risk for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)-related diseases. Resources available within this theme offer information on providing access to safe water and appropriate sanitation facilities, and introducing sound hygiene behaviors.
Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Resources
Basic Water Systems: A Pump and Hydraulics Training Manual
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January 1, 1970National Groundwater Association
What really happens when you turn on a pump? Why do pipe sizes affect pump performance? This training manual takes on the complex world of water systems and presents the basics in a straightforward style. The handbook includes the basic hydraulics of a pump, the controlling factors involved in a...Read more
Guide for Using Hydrogeologic Classification System for Logging Well Boreholes
Published:
January 1, 1970National Groundwater Association
This spiral-bound book offers detailed direction on how to utilize the hydrogeologic classification system for logging water well boreholes. The system, which uses a weather-resistant, two-sided card, provides structure and uniformity to logging wells. The front of the card provides essential...Read more
How to Make Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS)
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about how to make oral rehydration solution for those family members who are unwell.Read more
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GlobalHelp One Another Fight Against Cholera
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about caring for family members who may be at risk of contracting cholera.Read more
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GlobalHow to Make Water Safe Using Household Bleach
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about methods for disinfecting water.Read more
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GlobalSafe Sanitation and Cleaning
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about how to practice safe sanitation.Read more
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GlobalHow and When to Wash Your Hands
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about how and when to wash hands.Read more
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GlobalHow to Prepare Food Safely
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This poster can be used to help educate people about to prepare food safely.Read more
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GlobalSix Basic Cholera Prevention Messages
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
The risk for cholera is very low for people visiting areas with epidemic cholera. When simple precautions are observed, contracting the disease is unlikely. All people (visitors or residents) in areas where cholera is occurring or has occurred should be aware of the basic cholera facts and observe...Read more
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GlobalHousehold Water Treatment Chlorination- The Safe Water System
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
This resource is intended for public health professionals, community organizations, non-governmental organizations, and others interested in learning more about household water treatment using chlorination. Read more
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