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Water

Whether microbiological or chemical, the sources of contamination in the water supply are varied and can have an impact on public health.

Our Mission

  • Conduct epidemiological surveillance and issue public health alerts regarding water pollution

  • Monitoring outbreaks of acute waterborne gastroenteritis

Publications

Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.

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86 publications

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Circular No. 98/771 of the Directorate General for Health (DGS) dated December 31, 1998, regarding the implementation of best practices for the maintenance of water systems in healthcare facilities and measures to prevent Legionella-related risks in high-risk systems and in buildings open to the public

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Natural and Human Factors Contributing to Accidental Fecal Contamination of Small Drinking Water Supply Systems, France, 2003–2004: A Geographical Ecological Study

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Health Impacts of Cleanup Operations Following the Pollution Caused by the Erika Shipwreck: Assessment and Prevention. Summary of Available Data and Recommendations

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Outbreak of gastroenteritis linked to contamination of the drinking water distribution system in the municipality of Divonne-les-Bains, Ain (01). August–September 2003