Epidemiology

Maintaining Awareness of Microbiological Epidemiological Studies on Drinking Water

Reference: 95/DW/01/1
ISBN: 1 84057 097 0
Published Date: 17/04/2002

Reviews the current status of epidemiological studies related to gastrointestinal illness in the community with a potential link to drinking water meeting current standards. Bases on literature search and discussions with experts. Includes a full critique of the two main international studies in canada and their relevance to the UK. Gives guidance for future studies.

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Prevention and Control of Water Related Disease in Europe - an Economic Assessment

Reference: 00/DW/01/4
ISBN: 1 84057 202 7
Published Date: 17/04/2002

The costs and benefits of the prevention of water related disease in the WHO pan- European region is examined, focusing on narrowing the gap between the Eastern and Western regions. It is estimated that 30 million water related disease incidents annually could be avoided in the Eastern region. To achieve this, an estimated annual expenditure of 30- 50 Euro per capita would be required, whilst the benefits of disease prevention were estimated at about 30 Euro per capita (or 13 bn Euro, total). However, the limitations of the study are discussed, and it is argued that the net benefits are likely to be substantial.

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Maintaining Awareness of Microbiological Epidemiological Studies on Drinking Water

Reference: 99/DW/01/2
ISBN: 1 84057 178 0
Published Date: 17/04/2002

no abstract available

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