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Global WASH Tracker 2024
Context:
WHO and UNICEF have released an updated global tracker on WASH in health care facilities across 100+ countries, revealing that only 17% have adequate funding—linked to the 2023 UNGA resolution on WASH, waste, and electricity in health settings.
WASH:
- WASH refers to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene, which includes access to safe drinking water, improved sanitation facilities, and basic hygiene practices.
Linkages with SDGs:
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
WASH is central to controlling communicable diseases, reducing child mortality, and ensuring quality health care.
Significance in Health Care Facilities:
- Essential for infection prevention and control (IPC).
- Prevents hospital-acquired infections, neonatal sepsis, cholera, diarrhea, and neglected tropical diseases.
- Supports safe childbirth practices and surgical safety.
UNGA Resolution 2023:
- Reaffirmed international commitment to universal access to WASH, waste management, and electricity in health care facilities.
India’s Status:
- Recognized for integrating WASH indicators into national health monitoring frameworks.
- Progress noted under Kayakalp Programme and initiatives to improve health infrastructure sanitation standards.
Major National Initiatives:
- Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM): Elimination of open defecation, sanitation coverage.
- Jal Jeevan Mission (2019):15% rural households now have tap water access.
- NamamiGange Programme: River conservation with WASH-linked ecological goals.
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