India, March 11 -- The festival of colours is around the corner, and it is the time of the year when people bask in festivities with colours, water balloons, food and drinks. However, if not played safely, Holi can lead to several waterborne infections. Also read | Cholera, dysentery and more in rainy season: Tips to protect vulnerable family members from monsoon waterborne diseases

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Ajay Agarwal, senior director - internal medicine, Fortis Hospital, Noida said, "The outbreaks of contaminated water during Holi can lead to deadly diseases if precautions are not adopted."

Gastrointestinal infections: Bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella in contaminated water cause diarrhea, vomiting, and cramps.

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