Polluted water sources in the rural areas of developing countries and their impact on human health

The pollution of soil and water sources by arsenic and its compounds was studied in certain regions of South Asian countries. Reasons for the high spread of arsenic are disclosed. Particular emphasis is placed on the possible routes of human exposure to arsenic.
Data on the development of chronic arsenic intoxication are given in relation to the duration of residence in the arsenic-polluted areas and to the use of poor-quality water and animal and plant foods.
The study has shown the specific features of morbidity in the polluted areas. It underlines the need for preventive measures to remove arsenic from the human environment. Only in this case, there will be a reduction in the number of people living in the arsenic-polluted areas and accordingly in that of persons with chronic intoxications. And this will result in a decrease in morbidity rates.

rural areas, arsenic pollution, human health