UN SDG #6 Clean Water and Sanitation UN SDG #6
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Reducing Coliform Levels in Drinking Water
There is an increasing amount of violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act in the U.S. including those of the Total Coliform Rule. Coliforms indicate a presence of bacteria that can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and headaches in adults, with more severe and even life-threatening symptoms for children, the elderly, and immune-compromised individuals.
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Reducing Coliform Levels in Drinking Water
There is an increasing amount of violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act in the U.S. including those of the Total Coliform Rule. Coliforms indicate a presence of bacteria that can cause diarrhea, cramps, nausea, and headaches in adults, with more severe and even life-threatening symptoms for children, the elderly, and immune-compromised individuals.
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Natural Resources Defense Council, https://www.nrdc.org/resources/threats-tap-widespread-violations-water-infrastructure
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