Hayat Abdela

A degree in water and public health focuses on the intersection of water quality, water management, and public health. It encompasses various aspects of environmental health, water resources, and the impact of water on human health. Here are some key components typically covered in such a degree: Core Areas of Study 1. Water Quality and Safety Microbial Contaminants: Study of pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa that affect water safety. Chemical Contaminants: Focus on pollutants like heavy metals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals (including endocrine-disrupting compounds like contraceptive residues). Water Treatment Processes: Techniques for removing contaminants from drinking water and wastewater. Public Health and Epidemiology Disease Prevention: Understanding waterborne diseases and methods for preventing their spread. Health Risk Assessment: Evaluating the risks associated with exposure to contaminated water. Epidemiological Methods: Tools and methods used to study the distribution and determinants of health-related states in populations. 2. Water Resources Management Sustainable Water Use: Strategies for managing water resources sustainably. Hydrology: Study of the movement, distribution, and management of water on Earth. Policy and Regulation: Understanding of water-related policies, laws, and regulations. 3. Environmental Health Impact of Environmental Factors on Health: Study of how environmental factors, including water pollution, affect human health. Environmental Monitoring: Techniques for monitoring environmental health indicators, particularly related to water quality. 4. Technical Skills Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Tools for mapping and analyzing water resources. Statistical Analysis: Methods for analyzing data related to water quality and public health.