Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005)

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Indoor Air Pollution Reduction Programmes and Maternal Health in Nairobi Slums: A Case Study

Omondi Ochieng, Egerton University Kipruto Kinyanjui, Department of Surgery, Egerton University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18815854
Published: February 16, 2005

Abstract

Indoor air pollution (IAP) from cooking fuels is a significant health concern in Nairobi slums, affecting maternal health outcomes. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including household surveys, anthropometric measurements, and qualitative interviews with mothers. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Household surveys revealed a reduction of 30% in IAP exposure among participants who received cooking fuel subsidies compared to controls (n=500; p<0.01). The study highlights the effectiveness of targeted interventions in reducing IAP and improving maternal health outcomes. Further research should focus on scaling up successful programmes and exploring long-term impacts on child development.

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Omondi Ochieng, Kipruto Kinyanjui (2005). Indoor Air Pollution Reduction Programmes and Maternal Health in Nairobi Slums: A Case Study. Pan African Journal of Educational Policy, Research and Practice, Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18815854

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African GeographyIndoor Air PollutionMaternal HealthSlum StudiesMixed-Methods ApproachPublic Health InterventionsCommunity Engagement

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