One Health: Summary: Assessing the public health risks of microbial contamination in recreational waters by satellite imagery

摘要

BackgroundFecal contamination of recreational waters may lead to gastroenteritis, respiratory infections, dermatitis and ear infections. In addition to directly testing waters for contamination, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the assessment of environmental factors known to influence water quality as part of monitoring efforts. Measurement of these factors using satellite imagery may be helpful in Canada where monitoring over large areas or difficult to access locations is needed.