Impact of Water Pollution on Waterborne Infections: Emphasizing Microbial Contamination and Associated Health Hazards in Humans

Water pollution is a major global issue due to the entrance of hazardous waste from industrial, agricultural, and urban activities. Several environmental elements, including precipitation, climate, and soil quality, contribute to this problem, which has serious ramifications for human health. Contaminated water is a major cause of waterborne infections, especially in underdeveloped nations where poor sanitation and water management worsen the problem. Every year, millions of people suffer from gastrointestinal infections and other disorders caused by microbial pollutants such bacteria (Escherichia coli, Vibrio cholerae, Salmonella spp.), viruses, and protozoa (Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium parvum). Despite…