Water, sanitation and hygiene

Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in healthcare facilities (HCF) is essential for providing quality care and preventing avoidable deaths. As the world faces climate change, epidemics and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the need for climate-resilient, inclusive and sustainable WASH has never been more important. WASH in HCF services and behaviours need to be resilient to climate change, responsive to public health emergencies and fit to meet the diverse and changing needs of the population.