Clean water and sanitation

Abstract

Having access to clean drinking water, sanitation, and handwashing is critical for good health. Lack of access to these facilities increases the risk of disease and malnutrition, leading to millions of deaths annually. While the world has made progress in increasing access to these facilities, there is still a significant gap in low-income countries. This article presents data on the availability and usage of clean water, sanitation, and handwashing facilities worldwide. It highlights the challenges and successes in improving access to these essential services, particularly in low-income countries, to achieve universal access by 2030. – AI-generated abstract.