Teachers fight germs: hygiene campaign cuts Kids' illnesses in lagos schools

NCT ID NCT06486376

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a teacher-led hygiene campaign in primary schools in Lagos, Nigeria, could improve handwashing and prevent diarrhea, undernutrition, and pneumonia in children. Over 3,500 children from schools with clean water and toilets took part. Researchers measured changes in hygiene knowledge, handwashing habits, and how often kids got sick.

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Locations

  • Kiddies Primary School

    Somolu, Lagos, 10004, Nigeria

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