Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Vol. 14 No. 4 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

Relationship of Environmental Hygiene Practices with Perception of Health among People in Rural Community – A Systematic Review

Kathri Abhijeet1 , Kusekar Shweta Sunil1 , Dalaram1 , Dhilpe Prachi Daniyal1 , 1 Hadnalkar Pradyna J (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Oct 2020

Abstract

Background: Environmental sanitation is highly preferred intervention over medical treatment of nutritionaldeficiencies; respiratory diseases; gastro-intestinal and dermatological issues. This study was an attempt tounderstand the relationship of Environmental hygiene practices with perception of health among people inrural community. Methodology: A systematic review was conducted using the popular PRISMA guidelinesthat allow us to categorically filter out the research articles giving us a clear picture of the issue understudy. 138 research articles were selected out of which various filtering techniques were used and reducedto 6 articles. These articles were analyzed, paraphrased, and reported. Results: The studies revealed thatenvironmental sanitation must be given utmost importance as it is the only way out to improve our healthand well-being. Good sanitation practices are very much necessary in household, schools, neighboring areas,and all our surroundings. Conclusion: Environmental sanitation plays a very important role in uplifting ourhealth status to a higher level. Each individual is responsible for his healthy practices to ensure cleanlinessaround him.

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