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Contaminated Water Side Effects Nowadays, RO is installed in every house for pure water. The problems of clean water are increasing not only in cities but also in villages. In fact, more than half of the diseases in the human body are caused by contaminated water. Drinking impure water can cause diseases like cholera, jaundice, dysentery, throat disease, typhoid. Every day a large number of people in India have to drink contaminated water. Due to which many people lose their lives. Let us know how big this figure is…
How many people drink dirty water in India?
A large number of people in India are not able to get clean water. In July 2022, data related to dirty water was reported in the Lancet study that people in about 1.95 lakh settlements in India are drinking contaminated water. Due to which more than 23 lakh people died in the year 2019.
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How many deaths due to contaminated water?
According to the report of Composite Water Management Index (CWMI), two lakh people die every year in India due to drinking contaminated water. This report states that by 2030, about 600 million people may have to face water stress, which is 40% of the total population of the country. Delhi and NCR are most affected by the problem of contaminated water. Therefore, to avoid diseases, everyone should try to drink clean water.
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Side effects of drinking contaminated water
1. Bacteria and viruses present in contaminated water can affect the digestive system. This may cause stomach ache and vomiting.
2. Drinking contaminated water can cause diarrhea.
3. Toxins present in dirty water can cause swelling and cramps in the stomach.
4. Salmonella and hepatitis viruses present in contaminated water can cause infectious diseases like typhoid and hepatitis.
5. Vibrio cholerae and Shigella bacteria present in dirty water can cause infectious diseases like cholera and dysentery.
6. Heavy metals and other toxins present in dirty water can harm the kidneys.
7. Carcinogenic substances present in contaminated water can increase the risk of cancer.
8. Toxins present in contaminated water can cause neurological problems such as memory loss, mood swings and other problems.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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