Hand and face washing with soap for trachoma in children
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests whether washing hands and faces with soap can help prevent trachoma, an eye infection that can cause blindness. If your child is eligible, they may learn healthy washing habits that could protect their eyesight.
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Who can take part
- You must have a child between 1 and 9 years old.
- Your family must have lived in the area for at least 6 months.
- You or the child's caregiver must agree to take part.
- The caregiver must be healthy enough to participate.
- The child must not have a severe eye condition that hides trachoma signs.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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