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  • 1Centro de Investigación en Sistemas de Salud, Instituto Nacional de Salud Pública. Cuernavaca, Morelos, México.. jose.figueroa@insp.mx.

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|December 7, 2023
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Most Mexican households face intermittent drinking water supply, forcing 81% to store water. This lack of continuous access, particularly in southern regions and poorer communities, raises health concerns due to potential water quality degradation.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Environmental Science
  • Sociology

Context:

  • Drinking water access is a critical determinant of public health and socioeconomic development.
  • Intermittent water supply is a widespread issue in many urban and rural areas globally, impacting household practices and well-being.
  • Understanding water access requires moving beyond simple connection metrics to evaluate actual service continuity.

Purpose:

  • To quantify the extent and patterns of intermittent drinking water supply in Mexican households.
  • To identify demographic and geographic factors associated with water supply intermittency.
  • To assess household water storage practices and their implications for water quality and health.

Summary:

  • A national survey in Mexico (Ensanut 2022) revealed that only 31.5% of households receive 24/7 water, with intermittency more prevalent in the South and among poorer populations.

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  • The majority of families (81%) store water, often in portable containers (16%), indicating a lack of reliable, continuous supply.
  • Actual household access to potable water is not accurately reflected by connection to the water system alone, highlighting significant gaps in service delivery.

    • Impact:

    • This study provides the first national-level data on water supply intermittency in Mexico, revealing significant disparities in access.
    • Widespread water storage practices may compromise water quality and increase health risks, necessitating improved water management strategies.
    • Findings underscore the need for policies that ensure consistent and reliable access to safe drinking water for all Mexican households.