Title | Systematic review : handwashing behaviour in low to middle income countries : outcome measures and behaviour maintenance |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2011 |
Authors | Vindigni, SM, Riley, PL, Jhung, M, Emory University School of Medicine -Atlanta, GA, US. Regional Training Center for Family Planning |
Pagination | p. 466 - 477; 3 fig.; 1 tab. |
Date Published | 2011-04-01 |
Keywords | behaviour, developing countries, hand washing, literature reviews, literature searching, sustainability |
Abstract | This article describes global approaches to handwashing research in low- and middle-income communities using behavioral outcome measurement and temporal study design. It concludes that while the literature is replete with a variety of handwashing studies in community, school and health care settings, none have been able to definitively document long-term behavior change, thereby challenging the sustainability of various interventions. Additionally, there is a need to better understand which research approach is most effective in promoting long-term behavior compliance in global low- and middle-income settings. [authors abstract] |
Notes | With bibliography on p. 475 - 477 |
Custom 1 | 144 |