New water treatment could slash diarrhea in nigerian villages
NCT ID NCT07601503
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a device that automatically adds chlorine to community water systems in rural Nigeria, without needing electricity or daily effort. The goal is to see if it makes drinking water cleaner and reduces diarrhea, especially in children under five. About 2,655 adults and families will take part across two regions.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 2,655 people
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- Expected to start
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May 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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15 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult (18+) or emancipated minor (15+) pregnant women and women with children under 5 years old who do not plan to permanently move in the next 12 months. * Must be knowledgeable about the household's water collection and management practices Exclusion Criteria: * Non-age-eligible women. Men and non-emancipated minors. Women who do not consent.
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Conditions
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The places running it
2 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Makoda LGA
Makuda, Kano State, Nigeria
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Yala LGA
Yala, Cross River State, Nigeria
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