USAID, clerics launch hygiene campaign

USAID, clerics launch hygiene campaign

SURABAYA: The United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) is involving local clerics in its campaign to
promote hygienic habits launched here on Saturday.

Health Communication Coordinator Environmental
Services Program (ESP) USAID Nona Poroe Utomo said the drive was
expected to curb the incidence rate of diarrhea in East Java, the
country's most populous province.

The program covers six towns, including Surabaya, Malang and
Pasuruan. During the campaign, people will be instructed on how
to properly wash their hands using soap.

Chairman of the provincial ulema council Abdusshomad Buchori
admitted there were many clerics who were not accustomed to
healthy lifestyle. -- JP