Waterborne diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms transmitted via contaminated water. A major global public health concern, they result from...
Waterborne diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms (like bacteria, viruses, or parasites) that are transmitted to humans through contaminated water sources, often through ingestion.
They are primarily transmitted by drinking or using water contaminated with feces containing disease-causing microbes. This can also occur through contaminated food, improper sanitation, or recreational water contact.
Common symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, fever, and dehydration. The specific symptoms can vary depending on the pathogen involved.
Prevention involves ensuring access to safe drinking water, practicing good hygiene (especially handwashing), proper sanitation, treating water (e.g., boiling, filtering, chemical disinfection), and avoiding contaminated sources.