Diarrhea Prevention

TRUE since the germies that cause diarrhea can be spread through other sources, rather than just water.

I say false. If you give people bad water it will just make them sick.

True- simple sanitation such as washing hands with soap and water can reduce these problems…therefore adequate water supply is imperative

definitely true.

Sounds a little “ambiguous” but I would be delighted to know what the “correct” answer is!

Washing with soap and bad water kills germs? What about the ones it leaves, in rinsing?

Drinking bad water makes people sick; drinking more makes them sicker.

I’m in the minority, but I believe false. Adequate quantities of clean water are essential, however.

I think it is false

True….the organisms that cause diarrhea can be spread through other water sources.

Although i work for a non-profit dedicated to treating existing contaminated water sources, i’d have to say TRUE. just simply having a water source (regardless of its quality) is the first step. Once you have the source there are simple things to do in order to improve the quality (chlorine drops, boiling) and it also improves the overall hygiene situation which leads to improved health.

http://www.healingwatersintl.org
http://www.dropone.blogspot.com

False.

Has no one read the Rime of the Ancient Mariner?

I think it’s False

True.

The quality is important, but having enough water is the most important.

I think it’s false.

Would this have an effect on decisions to donate water purification equipment? Haha…

Quick Web Team.. tell us the answer.. the suspense is killing…

True, according to the Poverty Quiz

I would say false. If water is contaminated, who knows what people can catch that is worse than diarrhea.

The answer is:

True. The organisms that cause diarrhea can be spread through many routes besides drinking water; increased quantities of water can improve household and personal hygiene, which prevents the spread of disease.

Each year about 1.7 million deaths related to dehydration caused by diarrhea occur in children under age 5.

(Sources: cdc.gov; rehydrate.org/, November 2008)

Off topic, I know, but I just noticed the new (to me, anyway) sidebar item listing Most Active Commenters. I would not have thought I responded more often than some of the others–or be so far “ahead”! And I know this isn’t a contest.

I guess my dissenters are right: I talk to much.

Nah–that’s just a perk’! )

No Vicki, You do NOT talk too much. I always enjoy your thoughts and comments! I have found so many of the things you say very helpful and en couraging.

That’s sweet, Barbara! Thank you!

Chris, have I set a record, yet, for comments in one day? (rhetorical qn.!) )

false….but the government can provide the quantity in places like north eastern n samburu anyday, we’ll provide the quality.