Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Personal hygiene plays a pivotal role in maintaining and promoting health, especially among school-going children. Inadequate hygiene practices contribute significantly to the global burden of infectious diseases and school absenteeism. Objective: To assess the personal hygiene practices among Class 3 students of a government primary school in Shakari, Manglawar. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from February to April 2025 among 50 students aged 8–10 years. A structured questionnaire was used to gather data on demoFigureic details and hygiene practices. The responses were analyzed using SPSS version 27.0, with results presented in frequencies and percentages. Results: Findings revealed that 78% of children always brushed their teeth, 44% always cut their nails, 56% wore clean clothes daily, and 44% bathed daily. Handwashing habits were strong, with 88% always washing hands before eating and after using the toilet. Maternal education was low, with 48% illiterate and 40% having only basic education. Household unemployment was 56%, and 46% of families had more than six members. Conclusions: While hand hygiene was well-practiced, other aspects like nail trimming and daily bathing showed room for improvement. Findings highlight the need for reinforced hygiene education and parental involvement to instill lifelong healthy habits in children.
Authors: Malka Sadiq, Afsha Bibi, Shamim Bibi, . Kainat, Sidra Khan
Language: English
Subfield: Speech and Hearing
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4412561935