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Glow-in-the-Dark handwashing lesson boosts Kids' hygiene

NCT ID NCT07160842

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Institut Catala de Salut Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a handwashing lesson using a special glow device helps primary school students wash their hands more thoroughly. 148 students from two schools took part: one school got the lesson and glow feedback, the other did not. Researchers checked handwashing quality right away and again after 1, 3, and 6 months to see if the training stuck.

What this could mean

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Active substance
hand hygiene educational intervention with fluorescence device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve handwashing in schools and reduce the spread of infections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only two schools, so results may not apply to all students. The effect may fade over time.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

148 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2024

Finished

Oct 2024

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

8 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * students attending third- to sixth-grade of enrolled primary school Exclusion Criteria: * physical or intellectual disabilities precluding correct hand hygiene * allergy/contraindication to alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) * \<80% school attendance.

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Intervention in hand hygiene for infectious diseases prevention

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Locations

  • Cap Sant Pere

    Reus, 43202, Spain