Water End-Uses in Low-Income Houses in Southern Brazil

Potable Water Savings by Using Rainwater for Non-Potable Uses in Houses

Abstract: The objective of this study is to assess the potential for potable water savings by using rainwater as well as the sizing of rainwater tanks in houses in some cities in the world. Daily rainfall data for thirteen cities located in different countries were used. Different catchment areas, number of residents, potable and rainwater demands were considered in order to assess their impact...

Herbicides Persistence in Rice Paddy Water in Southern Brazil

Self-medication in low-income adults in Southeastern Brazil.

OBJECTIVE To estimate the self-medication prevalence in low-income adults and identify associated factors. METHODS Data from a population survey performed in São Paulo municipality, Southeastern Brazil in 2005, were used. The sample strategy included two domains, favelas and non-favelas, with clustered sampling performed in two stages with a total of 3,226 eligible individuals. In addition to...

End-of-life care in low- and middle-income countries

Provision for end-of-life care around the world is widely variable and often poor, which leads to millions of deaths each year among people without access to essential aspects of care. However, some low- and middle-income countries have improved specific aspects of end-of-life care using innovative strategies and approaches such as international partnerships, community-based programs, and phila...

Seasonal Demand Dynamics of Residential Water End-Uses

Water demand prediction by end-use at an appropriate spatial and temporal resolution is essential for planning water supply systems that will supply water from a diversified set of sources on a fit-for-purpose basis. Understanding seasonal, daily and sub-daily water demand including peak demand by end-uses is an essential planning requirement to implement a fit-for-purpose water supply strategy...