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Simple soap and chlorine could save thousands of kids from deadly diarrhea

NCT ID NCT07158632

Prevention Sponsor: Jimma University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether teaching mothers to wash their hands and add chlorine to household water can prevent diarrhea in children under 5. Over 800 children in central Ethiopia took part, with some families receiving handwashing education, some getting water chlorination supplies, and some getting both. The goal was to see if these simple, low-cost steps could reduce the number of diarrhea cases.

What this could mean

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Active substance
handwashing education and household water chlorination
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple, low-cost approach could be widely used to prevent diarrheal disease in young children in areas with limited clean water.
What could go wrong
The study is completed but results are not yet widely confirmed. Real-world effectiveness may vary based on community adherence and local conditions.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

835 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2025

Finished

Feb 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 59 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria * a child age from 6 to 59 months Exclusion Criteria * child with persistent diarrhea, severely ill mother, households that receive treated water

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Conditions

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diarrheal disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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Diarrheal diseases

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Butajira Health Center

    Butajīra, Ethiopia

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