The history of diapers and their environmental impact.
review · Level V
Where this comes from
- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 38982165.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1038/s41390-024-03347-5 and PMC identifier 12014482.
- Licence recorded as CC BY.
- The licence permits redistribution, so the abstract is shown in full and the full text is available from the publisher.
Abstract
This article examines diaper practices around the world throughout history. This article reviews the innovation of the modern diaper and the environmental effects of disposable diapers.
Medical subject headings
- Diapers, Infant
- Environment