In a nutshell Oral rehydration solution (ORS) is a type of fluid replacement, often administered alongside short-term zinc supplementation, to treat dehydration due to diarrhea. This report focuses on free provision of ORS and zinc to caregivers of children aged under five.| GiveWell
Note: This page summarizes the rationale behind a GiveWell grant to Evidence Action's Dispensers for Safe Water program. Evidence Action staff reviewed this page prior to publication. The page reflects our rationale at the time the grant was recommended.| GiveWell
In a nutshell GiveWell believes that distributing insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) is one of the most cost-effective programs that donors can support. We estimate that it costs approximately $3,000 to $8,000 to avert a death in locations where GiveWell supports campaigns. We think mass distribution of ITNs is cost-effective because:| GiveWell