Fluoride contamination a silent global water crisis: A Case of Africa

Fluoride contamination a silent global water crisis: A Case of Africa

Fluoride contamination in drinking water poses a global health risk, affecting millions worldwide, with Africa bearing a disproportionate burden due to unique geological factors like the East African Rift Valley. High fluoride levels in groundwater in these regions contribute to widespread health pr...

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Main Authors: Miraji Hossein, Mwemezi J. Rwiza, Elias Charles Nyanza, Ramadhani Bakari, Asha Ripanda, Salma Nkrumah, Juma Rajabu Selemani, Revocatus L. Machunda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-12-01
Series:Scientific African
Subjects:
Fluoride contamination
Water pollution
Health implications
Mitigation strategies
Drinking water quality
Defluoridation process
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468227624004277
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