Providing coupons for safe drinking water to improve child health
Scaling up Coupons for Safe Water Treatment in Kenya
This study tests whether giving out coupons for free chlorine to make drinking water safer can help improve the health of children in rural areas by reducing illnesses like diarrhea, fever, and cough.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 3468 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Chicago Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Kisumu and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05766826 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a chlorine coupon program aimed at improving access to safe drinking water in rural households of developing countries. It is a randomized controlled trial that assesses the impact of distributing coupons for free dilute chlorine solution on child health outcomes, specifically focusing on self-reported incidences of diarrhea, fever, and cough. The study also investigates the usage patterns of chlorine and the frequency of health clinic visits among participants. Data collection will include child mortality rates and verbal autopsies for deceased children to understand the broader health impacts of the program.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are currently pregnant women living in designated Health and Demographic Surveillance Systems (HDSS) catchment areas.
Not a fit: Women who do not consent to participate in the study will not receive any benefits from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce child mortality and improve health outcomes related to water-borne diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar interventions aimed at improving access to safe water, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Currently pregnant women * Women living inside Health and Demographic Surveillance Systems (HDSS) catchment areas. Exclusion Criteria: \- Women who do not consent.
Where this trial is running
Kisumu and 1 other locations
- Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS sites) — Kisumu, Kenya (Recruiting)
- Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS) sites — Siaya, Kenya (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Michael Kremer, PhD — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Akito Kamei, PhD
- Email: akamei@uchicago.edu
- Phone: +12172006188
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.