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This year on World Hand Hygiene Day, we delve into the relationship between Infection Prevention Control (IPC) and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)

The 2021 global report on food crises has shown the worsening of food insecurity worldwide. Of the 55 countries highlighted with food crises, 10 countries are in crisis where households have high or above average acute malnutrition and require urgent supplies.

This year’s World Water Day 2021 captured commitments and thoughts associated with the Value of Water.

Aquatabs has become a trusted safeguard for travelers journeying into areas with uncertain water quality.

That's why the United Nations declared June 7, International Food Safety Day, a day to bring food safety into the spotlight, to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks.

International Women’s Day is the perfect opportunity to talk careers with our General Manager, Rosie Keary. The pathway to personal and business success and the motivation that keeps the passion for the job alive.

By the middle of the century we could face the same death toll every year due to the impacts of climate change according to Mark Carney, the UN Envoy for Climate Change and Finance.

At Kersia Healthcare, we are striving to move forward sustainably. To bring our clients products and systems that make a positive impact on the world.

The foundation of a prosperous and peaceful society is laid in the classrooms where young minds are shaped.

In the greater horn of Africa families struggling with severe food insecurity span 7 countries– South Sudan, Kenya, Djibouti, Uganda Ethiopia, Somalia and Sudan.

No chance to remain at school as the education system is in crisis, 1.6 billion students are out of the education system with no way to continue due to displacement, conflict or crisis.

Developing communities with vulnerable populations require vital Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programmes.

While dedicated efforts in SAM (Severe Acute Malnutrition) programmes often spotlight nutritional therapies and interventions, there's a silent, life-saving force that deserves our equal attention – Treated Water! Without it, efforts in treating malnourished children can be severely compromised.

Cleaning and disinfection also play a central role in biosecurity protocols, serving as a frontline defence against the introduction and spread of infectious agents.

Diarrheal patients were recruited from 2 healthcare facilities. In this study, the standard recommendation given to diarrhoea patients at the time of hospital discharge, that is, oral rehydration solutions, was compared to the CHoB17 Health programme.

The link between academic success and the availability of essential resources like drinking water is critical, especially in parts of the world where accessing these necessities remains a daily challenge.

In many parts of Africa, the journey of a girl through adolescence is fraught with challenges that extend beyond the physiological changes inherent to puberty.

The benefits of using water purification systems like Aquatabs in schools are substantial, particularly in areas where access to safe drinking water is challenging.

If you didn’t already know, we're thrilled to reshare the journey of our innovative water disinfection system, Aquatabs InLine, in the agricultural sector! Aquatabs InLine contributes significantly to sustainable farming practices and enhancing food security worldwide.

The article sheds light on the paramount importance of water disinfection in safeguarding water purity.

In the realm of modern medicine antibiotics have been extensively recognized for their critical role in eradicating infections that historically resulted in significant mortality rates.

The SHOPS Plus project, funded by USAID and implemented by the Afghan Social Marketing Organization (ASMO), aimed to bolster the sustainability and impact of health product distribution in Afghanistan from January 2016 to June 2020.

An observational study at the Dental School in Umeå, Sweden, and surrounding public dental clinics (PDCs) scrutinised the microbial safety of dental unit water lines (DUWLs) from 2007 to 2016.

The USAID/Tanzania Water Resources Integration Development Initiative (WARIDI), led by Tetra Tech in partnership with Resonance and Winrock International, aims to expand access to clean water and improved sanitation for underserved communities in Tanzania.

In Niger, access to safe drinking water is limited, significantly impacting public health. Floods along the Niger River often lead to cholera outbreaks, with thousands affected annually.

The CHoBI7 (Cholera Hospital-Based Intervention for 7 Days) mobile health (mHealth) program was a cluster-randomized controlled trial conducted among households with diarrhoea patients in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

The study published in The Lancet evaluated the impact of the Aquatabs Flo, installed at shared water points in urban Bangladesh, aiming to reduce child diarrhoea in densely populated, low-income communities.