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Exploring Gaps in Maternal WASH Practices: A Cross-Sectional KAP Study in Rural Coastal Bangladesh.
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- Exploring Gaps in Maternal WASH Practices: A Cross-Sectional KAP Study in Rural Coastal Bangladesh.Public health challenges · 2025Article
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Aims: This study explored the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) related to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and food safety among mothers in Noakhali, a coastal district of Bangladesh. Methods: A cross-sectional study involving 325 mothers was conducted in the Noakhali district of Bangladesh using purposive sampling. A standard pretested questionnaire was used to assess KAPs regarding WASH practices. Results: Research findings indicated that although most participants had optimal knowledge, only a smaller percentage displayed positive attitudes and proper hygiene practices. Mothers with higher education and better economic standing were significantly more likely to exhibit favorable WASH behaviors, underscoring the critical role of education and economic empowerment. Importantly, mothers with good knowledge were nearly 10 times (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]: 9.621, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 4.23-21.88) more likely to practice safe hygiene, revealing the transformative potential of informed communities. Conclusion: This study calls for culturally appropriate, community-driven interventions that honor the strength and resilience of rural Bangladeshi women. Promoting education, improving infrastructure, and expanding awareness through schools, media, and grassroots initiatives can pave the way for healthier, more dignified lives. Empowering mothers with knowledge and tools such as educational resources, training programs, and healthcare services is not only a public health necessity but also an investment in the future of rural Bangladesh.
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