Lessons from the deployment and management of public handwashing stations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya: A cross- sectional, observational study
Abstract:Background: At the onset of the pandemic in Kenya, a multisector taskforce was set up to coordinate the COVID-19 response. The taskforce identified 7500 COVID-19 transmissions ‘hotspots’ in public spaces across Kenya, coordinated partners and implemented hand hygiene interventions. To complement these efforts, the National Business Compact Coalition procured and distributed 5311 handwashing stations (HWSs); conducted behavior change communications; and provided technical support on operation, maintenance and m… Show more
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