Abstract
Access to safe and clean water is a cornerstone of public health, yet in many parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, inadequate water governance continues to threaten both systemic and ocular health. This paper examines the intersection between unsafe water and eye health, highlighting vision-related diseases such as trachoma and conjunctivitis, which are directly linked to inadequate sanitation and waterborne pathogens. Through an interdisciplinary lens that combines public health data analysis and environmental health research, the study examines how these ocular conditions indicate deeper systemic vulnerabilities within water infrastructure and governance. It further contextualises these findings within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation). By highlighting the often-overlooked relationship between eye health and water quality, this research underscores the need for integrated policies and targeted interventions that bridge the gaps between environmental sustainability, disease prevention, and equitable access to health services in the region.
Presenters
Oladipupo GaniyuData Analyst and Field Officer, ICT, Ondo State Ministry of Environment, Ondo, Nigeria
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Water Governance, Ocular and Systemic Public Health
