Water Quality in Undeveloped Countries

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Water quality and accessibility needs to be improved in undeveloped countries. Water, a simple being which life revolves around and, cannot go on without its assistance; in fact, its necessity is inexplicable. Unfortunately, this essential component is becoming a huge hurdle for many in undeveloped countries to obtain (cleanly). The problem is much bigger than it seems as water deficiency is one of the leading causes of illnesses and poverty. This means that it has the ability to potentially ruin lives/lifestyles. Indeed the problem is big, but if the right measures are taken, then this problem can easily be evaded. Poor water quality is regarded as one of the leading causes that contribute to illnesses, especially to those that are from undeveloped countries. Many of the deadly diseases that result from poor water quality include, cholera (intestinal tract infection), dracunculiasis (guinea worm disease), and the death-dealing disease, diarrhoea. Statistically, this issue isn’t any easier to look at. Annually, there are approximately 2, 000 000 people (mostly children) that die f...

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