CDC Around the World: Today is World Toilet Day

CDC Around the World: Today is World Toilet Day

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November 19 is World Toilet Day. 2.5 billion people do not have access to a clean and safe toilet. View full-sized photo

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BRINGING CLEAN, SAFE, AND INNOVATIVE SANITATION SERVICES TO EAST AFRICA Have you ever stopped to think about how many times you use a toilet each day? We often take it for granted that when we “need to go,” a toilet will be nearby...read blog

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SANIVATION IN KAKUMA Video produced by US Embassy Nairobi highlighting the work of Sanivation in Kakuma Refugee Camp. This work was made possible by US Government, Centers for Disease Control, Norwegian Refugee Council, and United Nations High Commission on Refugees...watch video

Story of the Week

WHY WORLD TOILET DAY? “Let’s face it – this is a problem that people do not like to talk about. But it goes to the heart of ensuring good health, a clean environment and fundamental human dignity for billions of people.”—United Nations (UN) Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson. Mr. Eliasson is right...read story

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November 19: World Toilet Day
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November 20: Universal Children's Day
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November 25: World International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
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