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 |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Scientific African |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468227624004277 |
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