International Journal of Immunological Nursing
Short Communication: Water Borne Diseases – Their Knowledge and Prevention
Abstract
Water borne diseases refer to the infections and diseases that are spread primarily due to contaminated water. Water is a common healer universally. It is synonymous with life. A basic necessity water is nature’s most generous gift to man. It's one in every of man’s most vital assets. Water is a vital element in economic, social and cultural development of a group.References (19)
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