Tap Water and Trihalomethanes: Flow of Concerns Continues

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In urban Bangladesh, in-line chlorination reduced child diarrhoea by 36%. This technology disinfected water without electricity, suiting areas with limited power access. The study underscores the need for sustainable water treatments in developing countries to enhance public health.

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The study found that in-line chlorination of drinking water in urban Bangladesh was effective in reducing child diarrhoea by 36%

The in-line chlorination technology used in the study was able to disinfect drinking water without the need for electricity, making it a promising solution for areas with limited access to electricity.

The study highlights the importance of implementing sustainable and effective water treatment solutions in developing countries to improve public health.