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There are several warning signs that Canada's governments are not providing the safest water for its citizens because of cost constraints and treatment methods.

Chlorination of drinking water supplies has probably saved many millions of lives, and could save millions more.

Cryptosporidium parvum is a tiny parasite that causes outbreaks of diarrhea. Drinking water is one source of this parasitic disease, but there are others.

Providing Fido and Fluffy with fresh, clean water just makes good sense. However, not only can it keep them healthy, it can also prevent your two-legged family members fr

These are the steps that should be taken to reduce the risk of catching or passing on the 2009 H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu.

Find out how to eliminate harmful well bacteria, and protect yourself from the stigma of poor well water when you plan to sell your home.

Disease outbreaks are common in areas of war and conflict and areas devastated by natural disasters. Diseases in unsafe drinking water spread quickly and widely.

A refreshing dip in a contaminated pool or hot tub can sometimes lead to an itchy rash all over the body. Learn the causes and treatment of hot tub itch folliculitis.

Giardia lamblia contaminates surface water all over the world and can cause an unpleasant prolonged intestinal illness known as giardiasis, or beaver fever.

The Hepatitis A virus occurs through ingestion of fecally contaminated materials from an HAV positive source - another person, contaminated food, or contaminated water.

Europe's renowned thermal baths are often linked to wellness hotels, day spas, and destination resorts where vacationers come to heal and rejuvenate.

Before a homeowner attempts to do any home plumbing, it is important that they know exactly which type of pipes or tubes to use, as they all serve different purposes.

Greenpeace has used civil disobedience in order to defend the environment for nearly forty years. What has Greenpeace accomplished recently?

Splenda is being hailed as the newest and best answer for sugar replacement... but do we really know what effects it might have in the long term?

Each year between 20-50% of over-seas travelers, an estimated 10 million people including children fall sick due to illness caused through the food they eat.