Publications by authors named "Bhavana Koppad"
PLOS Glob Public Health
June 2023
Article Synopsis
- Infants require care in clean environments to minimize exposure to germs, as inadequate sanitation and hygiene contribute to infections, especially in low-income areas.
- A study evaluated water, sanitation, and hygiene practices in 12 healthcare facilities across India, Malawi, and Tanzania, focusing on infant feeding preparation to identify risks of contamination.
- Results showed that while facilities had improved water and sanitation, many lacked written procedures for safe feeding practices, with 17% of observed behaviors executed unsafely, highlighting the need for better guidelines and research on microbial risks.
