Tag: causes of waterborne diseases

What is Cholera? A deadly waterborne disease, Cholera is a bacterial infection of the small intestine, the symptoms of which can range from mild to severe. The bacterium Vibrio Cholerae causes Cholera, and the symptoms of Cholera infection can include watery diarrhoea, vomiting, and muscle cramps. Cholera causes dehydration & electrolyte imbalance, and the patient

Waterborne diseases affect thousands of people each year, particularly those in developing areas who do not have access to safe and clean water. Diarrhoea is the most common waterborne infection. Water-borne diseases are infections caused by tiny organisms such as viruses and bacteria consumed through contaminated water or contact with excrement. In addition to these conditions,