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Evaluating the efficacy of point-of-use water filtration units in Fiji.

Nathan L TintleAdam HeynenKristin Van De GriendRachel UlrichMatthew OjoEmma BovenSarah BrokusRandall WadeAaron A Best
Published in: Tropical medicine and health (2019)
The installation of water filters shows promise for the reduction of diarrhea prevalence in Fiji, as well as the reduction of diarrhea-related medical costs and water expenses. Future work entails evaluation in other countries and contexts, long-term health monitoring, and comparison to alternative water quality interventions.
Keyphrases
  • water quality
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • irritable bowel syndrome
  • physical activity
  • risk factors
  • mental health
  • clostridium difficile
  • big data
  • climate change
  • machine learning
  • artificial intelligence