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Seeing germs up close: a microscope workshop aims to boost vaccination and hygiene

NCT ID NCT07771738

Prevention Sponsor: Development Synergies International (Private) Limited Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 18, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a single, hands-on workshop using portable microscopes can help mothers and caregivers of young children in Pakistan see the germs around them, and whether that experience improves hygiene practices, vaccine acceptance, and trust in local health workers. Half of the participating communities receive the workshop delivered by Lady Health Workers, while the other half continues with routine services. The study compares outcomes like handwashing habits, vaccination coverage, and trust levels between the two groups.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Microbe-literacy germ-watching workshop (behavioral intervention using portable microscopes)
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple workshop could offer a low-cost way to improve hygiene and vaccination rates in underserved communities, potentially reducing infectious disease spread.
What could go wrong
The trial is relatively small and relies on self-reported outcomes, which may not reflect actual behavior change. Results may not generalize beyond the specific region or population studied.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

1,200 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2024

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

14 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Mother or female caregiver, permanent resident of the study area * At least one child aged under 3 years * Written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Already enrolled in a similar intervention * Unable to participate due to physical/psychological constraints * Intending to relocate during the study period

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Conditions

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Health Education Vaccination Hesitancy

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Health knowledge attitudes and practice Hygiene Vaccination Vaccine hesitancy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Community Study

    Sargodha, Punjab Province, 40100, Pakistan

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