Report

Triple Threat

How disease, climate risks, and unsafe water, sanitation and hygiene create a deadly combination for children

A young boy washing his hands using a tap in his community
UNICEF/UN0753031

Highlights

UNICEF’s latest report highlights the triple burden examining the WASH-related threats facing children at the intersection of access to WASH services, the burden of WASH-related diseases and climate threats.

UNICEF is urging the international community to join in on securing safe water and sanitation for all.

A report cover featuring a young boy fetching water
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UNICEF
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English, French, Spanish, Arabic

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Español (PDF, 6 MB)
عربي (PDF, 4 MB)

Related topics

Climate change
Climate change and impacts
Water, sanitation and hygiene
Water supply
West and Central Africa

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