Protozoan waterborne infections in the context of actual climatic changes and extreme weather events

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Abstract

This review describes the global situation of waterborne infections in association with climate changes and extreme weather events. The current state of the art and waterborne infections are highlighted, though attention is given to a selected available published literature.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEncyclopedia of Environmental Health
PublisherElsevier
Pages391-399
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9780444639523
ISBN (Print)9780444639516
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2019
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Climatic changes
  • Drought
  • Enteric protozoa
  • Extreme events
  • Extreme precipitation
  • Flooding
  • Health impact
  • Hygiene
  • Increasing temperature
  • Rainfall
  • Surveillance
  • Vulnerable groups
  • Water supply
  • Waterborne protozoa
  • Zoonotic transmission

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