Promotion of Biosafety Principles as a Culture Among Children to Prevent Communicable Diseases

A Perspective

Abstract

Biosafety, once limited to research and clinical settings, has evolved into a cornerstone of modern public health. The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasised the urgent need for a biosafety-conscious society to survive. This paper explores the necessity of cultivating a culture of biosafety among children, evaluates the roles of educational institutions, families, and communities, and discusses practical and policy-based recommendations for instilling biosafety in childhood development. This paper argues for the early inculcation of biosafety principles in children as a foundational public health strategy to prevent communicable dis eases, including public health literacy. Through a review of literature and behavioural theories, the study highlights how schools, parents, and communities can collaboratively foster a culture of biosafety among young populations. The paper draws from global frameworks, behavioural science, and real-world interventions to propose a holistic, scalable approach to biosafety literacy. The work further addresses the challenges faced in this mission and proposes actionable strategies for integrating biosafety education into daily life and curricula.

How to cite this article:
Sinha S, Tolani H, Gupta G. Promotion of Biosafety Principles as a Culture Among Children to Prevent Communicable Diseases. J Commun Dis. 2025;57(3):166-173.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/0019.5138.202583