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In this section, you'll find interesting articles and breaking news stories that are related to water. Find out how to cool down when the temperature is rising, or whether you're drinking too much water. Use our search function to find more related articles.

Q&A on fluoridated water

Virtually all water contains some amount of fluoride. But these compounds have sparked controversy. Here's what you need to know.

No harm in plastic bottles

A chain e-mail, which claims that toxic dioxins are released when water- and cooldrink bottles are re-used, is currently causing a stir worldwide. Health24 investigated.

Water Access Quiz Answers

Did you know that the water and sanitation crisis claims more lives through disease than any war claims through guns?

Nevermind, I'll settle for water

A bottomless Coke for you? Well did you know that the highway patrol carry two litres of coke in the trunk to remove blood from the highway after a car accident?

Dying of thirst

One often hears of earthquake victims who survived several days under the rubble. Tragically, one also hears of those who died of dehydration. Here's how it happens.

6 popular water myths

In an effort to guide you in making healthy water choices, we dispel a few popular water myths.

A grim look at the loo

Nearly 20% of the world’s population still defecates in the open, and action to improve sanitation and water supply could prevent more than 2 million child deaths a year.