Drinking water quality and health

Fawell, John; Stanfield, G.

doi:10.1039/9781847551719-00059

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“…Drinking or using such water in food preparation leads to widespread acute or chronic illnesses and it is a major cause of death and misery in many countries. Reduction of water borne diseases is a major health goal in developing countries [1][2][3].…”

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The Knowledge of Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in the Collection, Treatment and Preservation of Potable Water in Santa, North West Cameroon

Fonyuy¹

2014

J Biosafety Health Educ

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The health burden of poor water quality is enormous. It is estimated that around 37.7 million individuals are affected by water-borne diseases; annually 1.5 million children are estimated to die from diarrheal-related diseases each year. The developing countries in the world still face the problem of water scarcity with Africa having the largest number of countries with problems. Due to water scarcity, many families tend to store water in their home for long term use. Most families have inadequate knowledge or are ignorant on the duration of the storage and the type of container or vessel used in the collection and storage of drinkable water. The general objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practices of the inhabitants of Santa Health District in the collection and preservation of potable water in order to avert the occurrence of water-borne diseases. The specific objectives of the study were:

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Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Knowledge of Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in the Collection, Treatment and Preservation of Potable Water in Santa, North West Cameroon

Fonyuy¹

2014

J Biosafety Health Educ

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“…Groundwaters are usually low in organic matter and are less vulnerable to both microbiological and chemical contamination. They frequently contain high levels of inorganic substances from the rocks through which the water is percolated (Fawell and Stanfield, 2001). …”

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“…All surface waters contain natural organic matter in the form of humic substances, which are large complex carbohydrates. The sources of contamination fall into two categories as point and diffuse sources; industrial or waste discharges being point sources while run-off from agricultural 1 and and from hards urfaces being diffused sources (Fawell and Stanfield, 2001). Inorganic contaminants, examples being lead, arsenic, nitrate, aluminum and fluoride, and organic contaminants such as disinfectant by-products, pesticides, endocrine disrupters, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and tri-and tetra-chloroethene, are among some of the most studied water pollutants.…”

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Use of chitosan for the removal of metal ion contaminants and proteins from water

2007

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“…Also, construction of an airport and especially the construction of the runway(s) can disturb the ground water system not only in the airport precinct but also in the wider surroundings of the airport [35]. Pollutants that could affect storm water quality at airport construction sites include sediment, oil, grease, and chemicals [36] as well as the discharge of fire-fighting foam in the event of aircraft emergencies [37].…”

Section: Airport Water Qualitymentioning

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An Assessment of Airport Sustainability: Part 3—Water Management at Copenhagen Airport

2019

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Sustainable water management is critical for airports as they consume substantial volumes of water to maintain their infrastructure and operations. Airports also generate large volumes of surface and waste waters. The aim of this study was to examine Copenhagen Airport’s sustainable water management strategies and systems from 2006 to 2016. The study used a longitudinal qualitative research design. The annual water consumption at Copenhagen Airport has risen from 2006 to 2016 in line with the increased passenger volumes and aircraft movements. Drinking water is sourced from the Taarnby and Dragør municipal water works. Non-potable water is used wherever possible and is sourced from a local remedial drilling. Copenhagen Airport uses two separate sewer systems for handling surface and wastewater. These waters are not discharged to same system due to their different nature. To mitigate environmental risks and impacts on soil, water, and local communities; the quality of drinking, ground, and surface water are regularly monitored. The airport has implemented various water saving initiatives, such as, an aquifer thermal energy system, to reduce water consumption. The strategies, systems, and the water-saving initiatives have successfully underpinned Copenhagen Airport’s sustainable water management.

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Drinking water quality and health

Abstract: Drinking water should not contain disease-causing microorganisms or harmful chemicals. It should be clear, colourless and odourless. To ensure that drinking water meets the above criteria, Canada has negotiated a set of guidelines with the provinces.

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The Knowledge of Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in the Collection, Treatment and Preservation of Potable Water in Santa, North West Cameroon

The Knowledge of Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in the Collection, Treatment and Preservation of Potable Water in Santa, North West Cameroon

Use of chitosan for the removal of metal ion contaminants and proteins from water

An Assessment of Airport Sustainability: Part 3—Water Management at Copenhagen Airport

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