Tackling waterborne diseases

The sweltering heat wave is making our daily life a grueling battle. Acute water crisis coupled with frequent load shedding is worsening the situation further. Hospitals are facing difficulty in accommodating the daily onrush of patients as waterborne diseases including stomach ailments are on the rise. Waterborne bacteria are contaminating roadside eateries while the indifferent profit-seeking vendors are selling hazardous chemically-ripened peeled fruits, artificially-coloured icy drinks and snacks. Vigorous public awareness campaign is needed to tackle the situation.
A citizen
Dhanmondi, Dhaka