This book discusses waterborne illnesses, diseases spread through contaminated water, a result of untreated sewage and industrial and agricultural waste being dumped in the world's water systems.
General Note
Includes glossary.
Content Note
When water sickens and kills - What are waterborne illnesses? - The consequences of human actions - Where human suffering is greatest - Waterborne illness catastrophes - How waterborne illnesses are treated - Global efforts to prevent waterborne illness.