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Women and adolescent girls in disaster-prone and fragile contexts face many challenges.
The reliance on chlorination in humanitarian operations has raised concerns among practitioners about possible health risks associat
In August 2015, an outbreak of cholera was reported in Tanzania.
Background In October 2010, Haiti was struck by a large-scale cholera epidemic.
The provision of safe water and adequate sanitation facilities to communities is a key part of Save the Children’s work in emergenci
Purpose. The 2014 outbreak of Ebola virus disease (EVD) in West Africa was the largest in history.
Humanitarian agencies strive to provide sanitation facilities which are safe, accessible and afford users privacy and dignity.
Camps are places of refuge for people fleeing conflict and disaster, but they can be dangerous, especially for women and girls.
Poor lighting at water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities may reduce the usage of latrines and other services such as bathing
Background. Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are immediate priorities for human survival and dignity in emergencies.