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In addition to cultural taboos restricting the activities of menstruating girls and
women, girls often miss school due to the lack of proper sanitation facilities. In
some areas, girls are likely to miss three to four days in a month, which is 20% of
total school attendance.
May
The simple act of washing hands with soap can cut the risk of diarrhea by 48%.
June
In the developing world, roughly 90% of sewage is discharged untreated into rivers,
lakes and coastal areas, with a widespread negative impact on health.
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In the developing world, roughly 90% of sewage is discharged untreated
into rivers, lakes and coastal areas, with a widespread negative impact
on health.
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It is estimated that two out of every three people will live in water-stressed areas
by the year 2025.
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It is estimated that two out of every three people will live in water-stressed
areas by the year 2025.
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