Role of public health policies in combating the spread of waterborne diseases – Biological Times

Role of public health policies in combating the spread of waterborne diseases

Publication Date : 09/12/2023


Author(s) :

Khizra Naeem, Farzana Rizvi, Haleema Sadia.


Volume/Issue :
Volume 2
,
Issue 11
(12 - 2023)



Abstract :

Waterborne diseases are rapidly spreading across the globe. They pose a significant health threat to human health causing diseases like cholera, diarrhea, giardiasis, typhoid fever and dysentery. Improper sanitation and hygiene coupled with lack of awareness and limited access to safe water contribute to the crisis. This article aims to report some common waterborne pathogens and the risk they cause to human populations. Besides, the article describes public health strategies to combat waterborne diseases. Adopting these measures worldwide is essential to protect people from the dangers of waterborne diseases.


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