Table 4 4 Independent factors associated with contracting diarrhoea in children less than five years old, Kadoma City, Zimbabwe, 2011
From: Risk factors for contracting watery diarrhoea in Kadoma City, Zimbabwe, 2011: a case control study
Factor | Adjusted odds ratio (95% CI) | p value |
|---|---|---|
Exclusive breast feeding for 6 months | 0.44 (0.24-0.82) | 0.01 |
Use of municipal water always | 0.38 (0.18-0.80) | 0.01 |
Use of aqua tablets to treat water | 0.49 (0.26-0.94) | 0.03 |
Storing water in a bucket with lid | 0.24 (0.07-0.83) | 0.02 |
Hand washing is a single bowl | 2.89 (1.33-6.28) | 0.01 |