Drinking Water in Egypt: The Effects of Water on Egyptian’s Health

Authors

Aneesa Akbar-Uqdah, The American University in Cairo AUCFollow
Sam Highsmith, The American University in Cairo AUCFollow
Sara Tonsy, The American University in Cairo AUCFollow

Abstract

The Nile River, often thought of as the backbone of Egypt, has been source of great sustenance and mobility throughout the years. Due to the failure of a multilayered system, however, Egypt has had difficulty providing its citizens with clean drinking water. This paper examines the perceptions regarding this matter, as well as causes and solutions as provided by experts.

Document Type

Research Article

Department

Public Policy & Administration Department

Recommended Citation

Akbar-Uqdah, Aneesa; Highsmith, Sam; and Tonsy, Sara (2006) "Drinking Water in Egypt: The Effects of Water on Egyptian’s Health," The Undergraduate Research Journal: Vol. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://fount.aucegypt.edu/urje/vol2/iss1/1

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