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by Sebastián Brué 7 years ago

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CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION

Access to clean water and effective sanitation systems is crucial for public health and poverty reduction. Contaminated water can lead to various diseases such as typhoid, cholera, and hepatitis A.

CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION

CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION

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Glossary

Control of Water Pollution

Bokashi
Dredging
Agricultural wastewater treatment
Industrial wastewater treatment
Erosion and sediment control
Sewage Treatment

Challenges for Water Supply Systems

Urbanization
Demographic changes
Population growth
Water scarcity
Climate change

Drinking Water

Recreational uses
Contributes to reduce poverty
Good for public health

Leading Causes of Death

Lack of sanitation
Poor water
Water and sanitation related diseases
Dengue fever
Polio
Typhoid
Hepatitis A
Dysentry
Diarrhoea
Cholera