Waterborne Parasites

Publication Year:

2023

Authors:

Language:

Affiliated Orgs.:

Resource Type:

Factsheet

Summary:

Overview of the global burden of waterborne parasites, including cryptosporidium, giardia, and schistosoma.

Share to:

Resource Information

Resource Type

Factsheet

Publication Year

2023

Author

Language

Organizational Affiliation

Specific Contaminants

Business Connect Takeaways

Waterborne parasites are a type of pathogen that can be found in contaminated water. These parasites can cause a range of illnesses, including cryptosporidiosis, giardiasis, and schistosomiasis.

Waterborne parasites are particularly common in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene, as well as in areas with inadequate water treatment and distribution systems. Ingesting contaminated water or coming into contact with contaminated water can lead to infection.

Preventing waterborne parasite infections requires a combination of interventions, including improving access to safe drinking water and sanitation, promoting good hygiene practices, and implementing effective water treatment and distribution systems