Abstract

A STUDY ON HEALTH AND HYGIENE IN SLUM AREA NEAR PUMP HOUSE IN KURNOOL TOWN

Dr. Sravanthi Chittela*

Abstract

The aim of the study was to get a better insight about the level of awareness and explore knowledge on health and Hygiene to the people leaving in Slum area near pump house, Kurnool Town. Health may be affected by environment, availability of quality food and other necessities. The Lack of awareness on Health and Hygiene to the people living in Slum area near pump houseaffectthe health by causing diseases like malaria, typhoid and also causes the bacterial infections frequenty. A survey containing questionnaire on health and hygiene was conducted near pump house area, Kurnool Town. Based on the analysis of the data we are suggesting interventions to improve hygiene, knowledge and practices of the people living in Slum area near pump house.

Keywords: Health and Hygiene, Sample survey and Awareness.