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Microbiological safety of water
1Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association, Gloucestershire, UK.
British Medical Bulletin
|July 8, 2000
Summary
Public water treatment has greatly improved drinking water safety globally. However, maintaining high standards in both public and private water supplies requires ongoing effort to prevent illness and ensure quality worldwide.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Public Health
- Water Engineering
Background:
- Historical advancements in water treatment have significantly enhanced the microbiological safety of public drinking water in developed nations.
- While rare, outbreaks of illness linked to inadequate water treatment or contamination garner significant public and media attention.
- Disparities in water quality often exist between public and private water supplies.