Local Perceptions, Cultural Beliefs, Practices and Changing Perspectives of Handling Infant Feces: A Case Study in a Rural Geita District, North-Western Tanzania

Local Perceptions, Cultural Beliefs, Practices and Changing Perspectives of Handling Infant Feces: A Case Study in a Rural Geita District, North-Western Tanzania

We report on the management of infant feces in a rural village in Geita region, Tanzania. Findings discussed here emerged incidentally from a qualitative study aimed at investigating vulnerability and resilience to health challenges in rural settings. Data was gathered through semi-structured focus...

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Main Authors: Joy J. Chebet, Aminata Kilungo, Halimatou Alaofè, Hamisi Malebo, Shaaban Katani, Mark Nichter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
infant feces disposal
child feces management
diarrhea transmission
perceptions
culturally relevant interventions
Geita Region
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/9/3084

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