WATER IMPACT ON HUMAN HEALTH IN MORENA DISTRICT REGION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.69980/b7x3b353Keywords:
Water Quality, Human Health, Waterborne Diseases, Drinking Water Contamination, Environmental Pollution, Public HealthAbstract
In the human body, water does not merely exist as a component alongside biochemical structures; rather, it is the fundamental solvent in which all life processes occur. The relationship between human existence and water has been well-known since time immemorial. Water has a unique molecular structure consisting of two Hydrogen atoms and one Oxygen atom joined by covalent bonds. This gives it the power to act as a universal solvent. Water is not just a passive carri er; it actively participates in the regulation of vital body systems. Contaminated water affects many organs and the temperature regulation of the human body, leading to various health issues. Impure water harms not only human beings but all living creatures, including animals, birds, and environmental plants. It is responsible for health deterioration and causes numerous diseases. The number of diseases caused by impure water is increasing, such as Cholera, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Dysentery, Gastroenteritis, and Polio. These diseases cause millions of deaths every year. Therefore, we must focus on all elements and dimensions of water because it is the primary basis of life. "Water is not just a medium for living, but water itself is life." According to UNESCO's 2021 World Water Development Report, since the 1980s, freshwater use has increased by about 1% annually and has grown six-fold over the last century. Consequently, water quality is being severely affected. Urbanization, agriculture, and industrialization have all contributed to environmental pollution and degradation. This has a negative impact on water bodies (oceans and rivers) essential for life. Ultimately, this situation poses a threat to human health and sustainable social development (Xu et al., 2022). It is estimated that approximately 80% of urban and industrial wastewater worldwide is discharged into the environment without treatment. In India, the economic burden of waterborne diseases is approximately 600 million USD annually, affecting about 37.7 million Indians. Diarrhea remains a major cause of death, especially among children under 5 years of age.
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