Rainwater harvesting does not replace responsible water conservation or a regulated mains supply. However, it can provide a valuable supplementary water source for homes, schools, communities and businesses. Depending on the quality of the source water, the treatment process and local regulations, harvested rainwater may be used for irrigation, cleaning and toilet flushing. When it […]
When Hunger Meets Unsafe Water: Why safe drinking water must be part of emergency nutrition and WASH response
Across many of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, hunger and unsafe water are becoming inseparable threats. When families are displaced by conflict, when markets collapse, when health services are overwhelmed and when water systems fail, the risks multiply quickly. People are not only facing hunger. They are also facing dehydration, diarrhoeal disease, cholera, malnutrition, […]
Aquatabs in Niger: when safe water becomes a women-led microenterprise
It’s 2016, in Niger’s Maradi region. Amina Harouna tries to sell something that many people don’t trust. A small tablet that could make their drinking water safer. It wasn’t the kind of product you could “prove” with a poster or a single community meeting. People were sceptical, and some simply didn’t believe it worked. But […]
The Unseen Link: How Clean Water Access Strengthens the Global Fight Against HIV/AIDS
For decades, the world has battled HIV/AIDS with relentless determination, developing life-saving medications, expanding access to care, and building awareness through education. Millions are alive today because of it. But behind this global progress lies a quiet, often overlooked hero: clean water. Safe water and sanitation may not be the first things that come to […]
The Water Explorer’s Kit: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Kids About Water Purification
The Water Explorer’s Kit: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Kids About Water Purification Looking for a fun way to teach kids about the importance of clean water? Our “Water Explorer’s Kit” guide provides simple, hands-on activities that can be done at home or in the classroom. It’s a great way to make learning about water […]
Beat the Heat: Your Essential Guide to Hiker Hydration and Water Safety
Did you know three out of four people are already dehydrated before they even hit the trail? On a summer hike, the heat and sweat increase the risk even higher. And that crystal-clear mountain stream? It could hide parasites like Giardia, which sickens thousands of hikers every year. A dream hike can turn dangerous fast […]
How to Use Water Purification Tablets (Aquatabs Guide): A Complete Step-by-Step for Safe Drinking Water
The Importance of Safe Drinking Water Access to safe drinking water is a fundamental human right, yet billions of people around the world still rely on sources that are potentially contaminated. Unsafe water is a primary cause of preventable waterborne diseases like cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, which are especially dangerous for children and vulnerable populations. […]
Your Guide to Water Safety & Preventing Waterborne Illness
Water is life. We drink it, cook with it, and clean with it every single day. We often take its safety for granted, but is the water we rely on always as safe as it looks? Unfortunately, clear water isn’t always clean water. Hidden dangers in the form of microscopic contaminants can pose significant health […]
Building a Safer Healthcare Environment Starts with Clean Hands
In healthcare, ensuring patient safety heavily relies on practices like healthcare hand hygiene and is essential for building trust and delivering quality healthcare. Among the complex procedures and technologies used today, effective hand hygiene stands out as a simple but profoundly impactful safety measure. While often viewed as basic, consistent practice is vital for clinical […]
Dengue in Europe: A Growing Concern Fuelled by Climate Change and Globalisation
Dengue fever, a viral infection historically confined to tropical and subtropical regions, is increasingly being reported across Europe. This concerning trend raises critical questions about the complex relationship between climate change, globalisation, and public health. At Kersia Healthcare, we recognise the importance of staying informed about emerging health threats and providing actionable advice to safeguard […]