India, Oct. 30 -- We have spent years focusing on health and disease prevention. Over time, we have realised that health is influenced by much more than just medical care - is deeply shaped by the environment.

According to the World Health Organization, in 2022, at least 1.7 billion people globally (one fifth of the world population) relies on drinking water sources contaminated with faeces. This contamination, coupled with poor sanitation, contributes to the spread of diseases such as cholera, diarrhoea, hepatitis A, and typhoid. While waterborne diseases are the most visible consequences, there are numerous other hidden risks linked to consuming contaminated water.

We have seen patients with non-communicable diseases where health is w...