Health and sanitation are closely intertwined. Good sanitation practices play a fundamental role in promoting overall health and well-being. Here is how these two are connected:

• Disease prevention: Proper sanitation, including safe disposal of waste and access to clean water, is critical for preventing the spread of diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and diarrhea.
• Hygiene: Sanitation facilities encourage personal hygiene practices like handwashing, which is essential for reducing the transmission of pathogens.
• Environmental health: Effective sanitation helps protect the environment by preventing contamination of water sources, soil, and air.
• Public health: Communities with good sanitation systems experience lower rates of illness and better overall health outcomes.
• Social and economic impact: Improved sanitation contributes to productivity and economic development by reducing healthcare costs and increasing school attendance.
• Global health: Sanitation is a key component of achieving global health targets, such as those outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Investing in sanitation infrastructure and promoting good hygiene practices are essential steps toward improving public health and ensuring a better quality of life for communities worldwide – Healthy Life

In order to create more awareness on health and sanitation, a lecture titled “Health and Sanitation: Both are linked together” held at the National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

Prof. Shridhar Dwivedi, Senior Consultant Cardiologist & Head of Academics at National Heart Institute delivered a lecture titled “Health and Sanitation: Both are linked together” at the National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi today during the Swachhata Pakhwada.

The lecture was held on the second day of the 15 days programme of Swachhata Pakhwada organized by CSIR-NIScPR at the institute’s Vivekananda Hall and drew attention to the intrinsic connection between cleanliness and overall well-being.

In his address, Prof. Shridhar Dwivedi emphasized the importance of not only physical health but also mental and spiritual well-being. He pointed out that all religions encourage cleanliness and urged the audience to continue the healthy habits adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prof. Dwivedi’s message resonated with the attendees, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to health that includes proper sanitation practices and a balanced lifestyle.

The Director of CSIR-NIScPR, Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal reiterated the institute’s commitment to making cleanliness a mission, aiming to rectify and enhance India’s image as a clean nation. The Swachhata Pakhwada initiative is a testament to this commitment, fostering awareness and action towards a healthier and cleaner India.

The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) is a constituent laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. It is dedicated to science communication, evidence-based science technology and innovation policy research, and the promotion of scientific awareness among the public.

Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2019446Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in)