Journal of Health Education Research & Development

Bodzewan Emmanuel Fonyuy

Publications

• Research Article
  The Knowledge of Hygiene and Sanitation Practices in the Collection, Treatment and Preservation of Potable Water in Santa, North West Cameroon
  Author(s): Bodzewan Emmanuel FonyuyBodzewan Emmanuel Fonyuy
  
  The health burden of poor water quality is enormous. It is estimated that around 37.7 million individuals are affected by water-borne diseases; annually 1.5 million children are estimated to die from diarrheal-related diseases each year. The developing countries in the world still face the problem of water scarcity with Africa having the largest number of countries with problems. Due to water scarcity, many families tend to store water in their home for long term use. Most families have inadequate knowledge or are ignorant on the duration of the storage and the type of container or vessel used in the collection and storage of drinkable water. The general objective of the study was to assess the knowledge and practices of the inhabitants of Santa Health District in the collection and preservation of potable water in orde.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2332-0893.1000121

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