Nationwide Student Poster, Photography and Video Competition on the theme “Cleanliness in Shared Sanitary Facilities is Half Our Health...”, initiated by CYCCA (Cyprus Crohn’s and Colitis Association). PURPOSE AND THEME OF THE COMPETITION The main purpose of the competition is to highlight the importance of hygiene in general. Environmental cleanliness, as well as cleanliness in personal spaces such as toilets, plays a vital role in reducing infectious diseases. It is also an indicator of a society’s level of civilization. Children and teenagers should therefore be made aware that clean toilets contribute significantly to limiting infectious diseases. It is worth noting that there are people living with chronic illnesses (Inflammatory Bowel Diseases) for whom access to toilets is particularly important. Inflammation of the large and small intestine creates the need for frequent and immediate access to toilet facilities, especially during disease flare-ups. Maintaining cleanliness in public and private toilets, regular disinfection, an adequate number of facilities, and easy access to public toilets are all critical factors for public health. Therefore, hygiene can be a decisive factor in the future quality of life of a person living with a chronic illness. The following points, along with the information below regarding Crohn’s Disease......