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    Water Resources in Pakistan

    Understanding the water resources in Pakistan is crucial to address


    challenges and improve public health. This section will provide an
    overview of the current situation.
    Importance of Water for Human Health

    1 Vital Nutrient Source 2 Disease Prevention


    Water is essential for all bodily Adequate water supply is crucial to
    functions and is a key component of prevent dehydration and related
    overall health. health issues.

    3 Hygiene and Sanitation


    Access to clean water is fundamental for maintaining good health and sanitation.
    Current Challenges in Water Resources
    Management
    Water Scarcity Pollution Infrastructure Issues

    Diminishing water supply due Contamination of available Challenges in maintaining


    to over-exploitation and water sources leading to and updating water supply
    climate change. health risks. infrastructure.
    Impact of Water Scarcity on Public Health
    in Pakistan
    1 Malnutrition 2 Waterborne Diseases
    Water scarcity contributes to food Increased prevalence of waterborne
    insecurity and malnutrition. illnesses due to inadequate clean
    water supply.

    3 Mental Health
    Stress and anxiety due to limited access to clean water for daily needs.
    Waterborne Diseases and Their Prevalence in the
    Country
    Cholera Typhoid Fever Hepatitis A

    Highly prevalent due to Common due to water Linked to waterborne


    inadequate sanitation and contamination and lack of transmission, posing a
    clean water supply. proper hygiene. significant health risk.
    Waterborne Diseases and Their Prevalence in the
    Country
    Cholera Typhoid Fever Hepatitis A

    Highly prevalent due to Common due to water Linked to waterborne


    inadequate sanitation and contamination and lack of transmission, posing a
    clean water supply. proper hygiene. significant health risk.

     More than 1 million people die each year from water, sanitation and hygiene-related diseases which could be
    reduced with access to safe water or sanitation
    Strategies for Improving Water Resources
    and Health in Pakistan
    Renewable Energy Solutions
    Implementing sustainable energy options for water purification and supply.

    Education and Awareness


    Raising awareness about water conservation, hygiene, and health effects.

    Investment in Infrastructure
    Upgrading water supply infrastructure to ensure clean and reliable water
    access.
    Successful Water Management Projects in the
    Country
    Community-Led Public-Private Technological
    Initiatives Partnerships Innovations
    Successful projects driven Collaborative efforts Integration of advanced
    by local communities for yielding effective water technologies for water
    sustainable water management solutions. treatment and
    management. conservation.
    Conclusion:
    Call to Action for Sustainable Water Resource Management

    1 Immediate Action
    Urgent measures needed to address water-related health challenges.

    2 Policy Reforms
    Implementing policies to promote sustainable water resource management.

    3 Community Participation
    Involving communities in water conservation and management efforts.

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