2020
DOI: 10.1186/s12302-020-00410-w
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Multi-spatial contamination of environmental aquatic matrices with Cryptosporidium: a climate, health, and regulatory framework for the Philippines

Abstract: Background Cryptosporidium is a waterborne global pathogen causing diarrhea primarily in infants and immunocompromised individuals. The Philippines is a tropical country susceptible to the influences of climate change and water crises. To date, the country has no existing epidemiologic data, regulation, or strategy for monitoring Cryptosporidium in freshwater systems. We, therefore, endeavored to provide evidence on the multi-spatial contamination of Cryptosporidium in environmental aquatic mat… Show more

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“…Although most cases of diarrhea in children are not severe and may require no special intervention, some cases are potentially fatal. [ 3 ] Diarrhea is the leading public health problem that is related to the quality of the water and sanitation system. [ 4 ] The main factors in preventing diarrhea are public health, personal hygiene, and the availability of safe drinking water.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Although most cases of diarrhea in children are not severe and may require no special intervention, some cases are potentially fatal. [ 3 ] Diarrhea is the leading public health problem that is related to the quality of the water and sanitation system. [ 4 ] The main factors in preventing diarrhea are public health, personal hygiene, and the availability of safe drinking water.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%