Name: Miriam Gamil
Class: 9C
School: st Fatima (british
division)
How do cultural, economic, and governmental factors influence
personal and public hygiene practices in different countries?
what are the hygiene challenges in both developed and developing
countries?
Hygiene challenges differ globally. In developing countries, limited access to
clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education increases disease risk. In
developed countries, overuse of antibiotics, poor hand hygiene in healthcare,
and complacency about cleanliness cause issues. Both face challenges in
managing waste and promoting consistent hygiene behaviors. Global research
highlights the need for infrastructure investment, education, and behavior
change to reduce health risks and improve public hygiene standards worldwide.
(Kumwenda, 2019)
How does access to clean water and sanitation affect hygiene?
Access to clean water and sanitation is essential for proper hygiene and health.
Global research shows that lack of clean water leads to poor handwashing,
unsafe food preparation, and the spread of diseases like diarrhea and cholera.
Inadequate sanitation exposes people to harmful pathogens. Improved access
reduces infections, promotes dignity, and supports education and economic
growth, especially in low-income areas, making it a key focus of global public
health efforts. (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, n.d.)
What role do education and awareness play in promoting
hygiene?
Education and awareness are vital in promoting hygiene practices worldwide.
Global research shows that hygiene education in schools, communities, and
healthcare settings improves behaviors like handwashing and safe food
handling. Awareness campaigns help reduce disease transmission and encourage
proper use of sanitation facilities. In both developed and developing countries,
informed individuals are more likely to adopt and maintain hygiene habits,
making education a key tool in improving public health outcomes. (Patrick,
2023)
How do government policies amd international organizations
support hygiene practices?
Government policies and international organizations play a crucial role in
supporting hygiene practices. They create regulations, fund infrastructure, and
implement national hygiene programs. Global research highlights how
organizations like WHO and UNICEF support countries with technical
guidance, resources, and education campaigns. Policies ensure clean water
access, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion in schools and healthcare.
Together, these efforts strengthen systems, reduce disease, and promote long-
term improvements in global hygiene standards. (Global Buruli Ulcer Initiative
(GBUI), 2020)
In what ways do cultural beliefs shape personal hygiene routines?
Cultural beliefs strongly influence personal hygiene routines worldwide. Global
research shows that traditions, religious practices, and social norms shape
behaviors like bathing frequency, handwashing, and menstrual hygiene. In some
cultures, water use is ritualized; in others, taboos may limit discussion of
hygiene. These beliefs affect how people view cleanliness and adopt hygiene
practices. Understanding cultural contexts is key to designing effective hygiene
interventions that respect traditions while improving public health. (Achiaa,
2024)
References:
1. Kumwenda, S. (2019). Challenges to hygiene improvement in developing
countries. In IntechOpen eBooks.
https://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.80355
2. Water, sanitation and hygiene. (n.d.). UNICEF Egypt.
https://www.unicef.org/egypt/water-sanitation-and-hygiene
3. Patrick. (2023, August 20). Hygiene Education: Enhancing Health through Water
and Sanitation Awareness. Sustainable Development Courses.
https://sdcourses.org/hygiene-education/
4. Global Buruli ulcer Initiative (GBUI). (2020, February 4).
https://www.who.int/initiatives/hand-hygiene-for-all-global-initiative
5. Achiaa, F. (2024, October 13). How cultural Beliefs Shape hygiene Habits: Unique
Perspectives Worldwide - Cultural Intention. Cultural Intention.
https://culturalintention.com/cultural-beliefs-shape-hygiene/
