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4 Independent factors associated with contracting diarrhoea in children less than five years old, Kadoma City, Zimbabwe, 2011
| 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 |
