Active trachoma remains a major public health problem among children in Ethiopia. This clinical trial evaluates whether regular hand and face washing with soap reduces the prevalence of active trachoma among children aged 1-9 years in the Central Ethiopia Region. The primary outcome is the prevalence of active trachoma after the intervention, with findings expected to support evidence-based hygiene interventions for trachoma prevention and control.
All selected households in the South Sodo, Sodo, Silti, and East Silti districts with children 1-9 years of age.
Participants who have lived in the area for at least six months before the study.
Mothers or caregivers who give informed consent to participate in the study.
Mothers or caregivers who are critically ill at the time of data collection,
Children with severe ocular disease that prevents accurate assessment of active trachoma,
Households planning permanent relocation