Santo Domingo.- Public Health minister Bautista Rojas Monday announced that to prevent the spread of cholera, the trucks which distribute and sell water in bulk must post a visible warning that it isn’t suited for human consumption.
He said the measure forms part of the interagency strategy to prevent and control the disease through drinking water, which he affirms continues as the main source of contagion nationwide.
Rojas said if the water companies don’t abide by the measure, their distribution vehicles will be seized, helped by the Armed Forces Ministry.
The official said the measure is in addition to the deployment of medical personnel trained in protocols to handle the disease correctly, adding that across the country 23 people are currently hospitalized suspected of having cholera.
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 10:29 AM
From: United States, NYC
"the trucks which distribute and sell water in bulk must post a visible warning that it isn’t suited for human consumption."
Why sell it then?
From: United States
"bans bulk drinking water to halt spread of cholera"
This is minuscule and moronish. Your leaders must have an education of a ten year old.
Create sewage treatment plants, clean up the rivers, stop people and animals from defecating and urinating in the streams and rivers.
From: United States
The epitome of Groundhogs day mentality.
Yesterday "Cholera death toll reaches 30 in Dominican Republic"
Soon "With proper response DR NEVER had a case of Cholera."
From: United States
Atabey quizzes
Why sell it then?
so that people can boil it and use it. capiche?
Written by: zooma, 31 May 2011 11:58 AM
From: United States
The government is "shooting the messenger" because of its inability to act strongly on this health issue.
It should post warnings on sites that have been tested and proven to have water unsuited for human consumption.
From: United States, words of wisdom from the nutcracker
closed the border and have vaccination vans on every streeet in santo domingo , and put all the illegal haitians in consentration camps and then deport them !
From: United States, FREEPORT, Long Island.... (Look, beyond the words)
WAIT A F@#$!%@ SECOND !!!!!! Dis KaNt BeesO....... How was this water company able to procure a permit to sell water straight out of the river without it being treated ? Doesn't the health department of the dominican republic require that the water must be treated before bottling ? When and who inspected the facility in order to be given the green light to sell bottled water to the public before stating that its unsuitable for human consumption ?
Final question, Can pets get the HERSHEY SQUIRTS from drinking the contaminated water also ? If so, the warning label should read "Suitable for Car Wash Only".... If the company has contaminated individuals with this illness, therefore the company must pay for the medical bill and pay for mobile doctors in trailers to attend to the sick. UNLESS, if the owner is a government official, then DON'T WORRY ABOUT-IT, its normal to make these mistake......
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 1:21 PM
From: United States, NYC
"Written by: dreadlocks, 31 May 2011 11:22 AM
From: United States
Atabey quizzes
Why sell it then?
so that people can boil it and use it. capiche?"
"How was this water company able to procure a permit to sell water straight out of the river without it being treated ? Doesn't the health department of the dominican republic require that the water must be treated before bottling ? When and who inspected the facility in order to be given the green light to sell bottled water to the public before stating that its unsuitable for human consumption ?"--RobertoJose
Capisci El Dready?
Written by: BASTA, 31 May 2011 1:21 PM
From: Dominican Republic, =Ghetto/Legalize Drugs
so that people can boil it and use it. capiche? == Ran out of Cabon no money no gas.
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 1:24 PM
From: United States, NYC
If the DR wants to stop the spread of Cholera, it would stand to reason that the DR authorities would make it a criminal act to sell potentially contaminated water, El Dready. Capisci? Why leave it to the masses to boil? I hope you had your afternoon coffee.
From: United States, FREEPORT, Long Island.... (Look, beyond the words)
lol... Dread, why pay for water that needs boiling when its cheaper from the tap a principal component of indoor plumbing... Atabey, don't mind Dread, he was only joking.....right Dread ?
From: United States
no, i was not. it may dawn upon the intelligent that some people use this water for a simple chore...COOKING. in the process of COOKING, the water generally boils, and the bacteria are killed. in the absence of decontaminated water from the pipe, that is the only viable alternative. notice, i said it will dawn upon intelligent people. it goes over the head of Atabey.
From: United States
This effort is near useless.
Key facts
1) Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease that can kill within hours if left untreated.
2) There are an estimated 3–5 million cholera cases and 100 000–120 000 deaths due to cholera every year.
3) Up to 80% of cases can be successfully treated with oral re-hydration salts.
4) Effective control measures rely on prevention, preparedness and response.
5) Provision of safe water and sanitation is critical in reducing the impact of cholera and other waterborne diseases.
6) Oral cholera vaccines are considered an additional means to control cholera, but should not replace conventional control measures.
7) The short incubation period of two hours to five days, enhances the potentially explosive pattern of outbreaks.
8) The bacteria are present in their feces for 7–14 days after infection and are shed back into the environment, potentially infecting other people.
Written by: Mart1n, 31 May 2011 2:12 PM
From: Dominican Republic, North coast
Bottled water is a big business in this country and selling water bulk is undercutting the big dealers. I think some money crossed the table to get rid of the competition
From: United States
brilliant observation, Mart1n. the money crossed under the table.
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 3:12 PM
From: United States, NYC
Written by: RobertoJose, 31 May 2011 1:50 PM
lol... Dread, why pay for water that needs boiling when its cheaper from the tap a principal component of indoor plumbing... Atabey, don't mind Dread, he was only joking.....right Dread ?
Written by: dreadlocks, 31 May 2011 2:05 PM
no, i was not. it may dawn upon the intelligent that some people use this water for a simple chore...COOKING. in the process of COOKING, the water generally boils, and the bacteria are killed. in the absence of decontaminated water from the pipe, that is the only viable alternative. notice, i said it will dawn upon intelligent people. it goes over the head of Atabey."
El Dready is just too full of himself to recognize when he's out of step with reality. Does it even venture into his brain that having potentially Choelra infestation water might increases the chances of cross-contamination in the kitchen setting? That salads and other preparation might become carriers of the dreaded Cholera?
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 3:16 PM
From: United States, NYC
Written by: Mart1n, 31 May 2011 2:12 PM
From: Dominican Republic, North coast
Bottled water is a big business in this country and selling water bulk is undercutting the big dealers. I think some money crossed the table to get rid of the competition"
Yes, there is some possibility that this might also be at hand. But given the great urgency in tackling the issue for fear of its spread, one can also make a solid case for prevention measures as the motive, too. More likely the second consideration worked just fine for those harboring anti-competitive notions and actions.
Written by: Belial, 31 May 2011 3:54 PM
From: United States, Texas
In the developed world, seafood is the usual cause of cholera, while in the developing world it is often water. The DR in some parts is "developed" and others "developing." Most DR's parts are "developing." So, water is most likely the main cause in the DR.
People with cholera often discharge fluids that contaminate water used by others. This bad water transmits cholera to others who, by their own discharges, further pollute the water supply. When a lot of bad water gets into waterways or groundwater or drinking water supplies, outbreaks of cholera may erupt . Either drinking bad water or eating foods washed in bad water can cause a person to get cholera.
Cholera is .... RARELY ... spread directly from person to person.
Problem: How to break the vicious cycle of sick people making water bad and bad water making people sick ... so on and so forth?
Answer: (1) Treat the sick, (2) isolate fluids the sick discharge, and (3) treat the water.
Easier said than done.
From: United States
low grade moron weighs in again
El Dready is just too full of himself to recognize when he's out of step with reality. Does it even venture into his brain that having potentially Choelra infestation water might increases the chances of cross-contamination in the kitchen setting? That salads and other preparation might become carriers of the dreaded Cholera?
so, i guess it is better to get free water, with the same issues, than to buy it. it is not the water which is the problem..it is the user. i bet that i will not come down with cholera in my lifetime from using contaminated water for anything.
Written by: Atabey, 31 May 2011 7:09 PM
From: United States, NYC
"so, i guess it is better to get free water, with the same issues, than to buy it. it is not the water which is the problem..it is the user. i bet that i will not come down with cholera in my lifetime from using contaminated water for anything." -El Dready
DR authorities need to obligated water selling companies to use ONLY filtered and treated water during this Emergency Period. That is the sensible and MODERN way to handle this part of the problem. DON'T ever leave it to the PEOPLE-the end users- to heat the water to its boiling point! Why on earth would any sensible government under the threat of Cholera epidemic choose to allow firms to sell unfiltered and untreated water?
As for you not coming down with Cholera, I don't know dready. Those changes of pampers have to be handled correctly. And warm soapy water used to clean-up.
From: United States
the government should be responsible for civil defense. it should be responsible for law and order. it should undertake major infrastructure products. and the list continues. however, cannot grown men and women be entrusted with a simple chore , like boiling water before drinking it? what next? does someone from some government ministry visit every home at night, tucking the little children into bed?
Written by: curios1, 31 May 2011 9:08 PM
From: United States, right where im standin
crossed under the table. may i use that ?
From: United States
be my guest.
Written by: Belial, 2 Jun 2011 11:05 PM
From: United States, Texas
The DR's Health Ministry reported to PAHO that, as of May, 20th:
"As of epidemiological week (EW) 16, the Dominican Republic’s surveillance system registered an increase in the number of suspected cholera cases, principally in the peripheral area of Santo Domingo, near the Ozama and Isabela rivers. "
"The increase of cases in Santo Domingo coincides with the rise in temperature and the increase in rain which has caused floods in various areas of Santo Domingo. "
The DR health authorities seem to accent the role of water in the epidemic -- e.g., rivers, rains, and floods.
Next, we'll see what DR Health authorities reported to PAHO they've done about the cholera epidemic.
CON'T
Written by: Belial, 2 Jun 2011 11:15 PM
From: United States, Texas
PART 2
"Actions implemented by the health authorities"
"Prior to this situation, the health authorities of the Dominican Republic declared a cholera alert in the National District and the Province of Santo Domingo. Strict surveillance and the monitoring of cases at a national level continue and the cholera attention centers are strengthened and health services in those affected zones where there are increases in suspected cases. "
"Additionally they have conducted educational development activities regarding methods of prevention and distributed chlorine in communities with active outbreaks."
oooo
The PAHO reported this, as of May 20th.
So, the DR health authorities are (1) treating the patients and ... to some degree ... (2) treating the water (with chlorine).
Evidently, (3) isolating some of the infected discharges from the sick from the water supply is too difficult, unless the authorities are doing the isolating thur their "educational activities."
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Why sell it then?
"bans bulk drinking water to halt spread of cholera"
This is minuscule and moronish. Your leaders must have an education of a ten year old.
Create sewage treatment plants, clean up the rivers, stop people and animals from defecating and urinating in the streams and rivers.
The epitome of Groundhogs day mentality.
Yesterday "Cholera death toll reaches 30 in Dominican Republic"
Soon "With proper response DR NEVER had a case of Cholera."
Why sell it then?
so that people can boil it and use it. capiche?
The government is "shooting the messenger" because of its inability to act strongly on this health issue.
It should post warnings on sites that have been tested and proven to have water unsuited for human consumption.
Final question, Can pets get the HERSHEY SQUIRTS from drinking the contaminated water also ? If so, the warning label should read "Suitable for Car Wash Only".... If the company has contaminated individuals with this illness, therefore the company must pay for the medical bill and pay for mobile doctors in trailers to attend to the sick. UNLESS, if the owner is a government official, then DON'T WORRY ABOUT-IT, its normal to make these mistake......
From: United States
Atabey quizzes
Why sell it then?
so that people can boil it and use it. capiche?"
"How was this water company able to procure a permit to sell water straight out of the river without it being treated ? Doesn't the health department of the dominican republic require that the water must be treated before bottling ? When and who inspected the facility in order to be given the green light to sell bottled water to the public before stating that its unsuitable for human consumption ?"--RobertoJose
Capisci El Dready?
This effort is near useless.
Key facts
1) Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease that can kill within hours if left untreated.
2) There are an estimated 3–5 million cholera cases and 100 000–120 000 deaths due to cholera every year.
3) Up to 80% of cases can be successfully treated with oral re-hydration salts.
4) Effective control measures rely on prevention, preparedness and response.
5) Provision of safe water and sanitation is critical in reducing the impact of cholera and other waterborne diseases.
6) Oral cholera vaccines are considered an additional means to control cholera, but should not replace conventional control measures.
7) The short incubation period of two hours to five days, enhances the potentially explosive pattern of outbreaks.
8) The bacteria are present in their feces for 7–14 days after infection and are shed back into the environment, potentially infecting other people.
lol... Dread, why pay for water that needs boiling when its cheaper from the tap a principal component of indoor plumbing... Atabey, don't mind Dread, he was only joking.....right Dread ?
Written by: dreadlocks, 31 May 2011 2:05 PM
no, i was not. it may dawn upon the intelligent that some people use this water for a simple chore...COOKING. in the process of COOKING, the water generally boils, and the bacteria are killed. in the absence of decontaminated water from the pipe, that is the only viable alternative. notice, i said it will dawn upon intelligent people. it goes over the head of Atabey."
El Dready is just too full of himself to recognize when he's out of step with reality. Does it even venture into his brain that having potentially Choelra infestation water might increases the chances of cross-contamination in the kitchen setting? That salads and other preparation might become carriers of the dreaded Cholera?
From: Dominican Republic, North coast
Bottled water is a big business in this country and selling water bulk is undercutting the big dealers. I think some money crossed the table to get rid of the competition"
Yes, there is some possibility that this might also be at hand. But given the great urgency in tackling the issue for fear of its spread, one can also make a solid case for prevention measures as the motive, too. More likely the second consideration worked just fine for those harboring anti-competitive notions and actions.
People with cholera often discharge fluids that contaminate water used by others. This bad water transmits cholera to others who, by their own discharges, further pollute the water supply. When a lot of bad water gets into waterways or groundwater or drinking water supplies, outbreaks of cholera may erupt . Either drinking bad water or eating foods washed in bad water can cause a person to get cholera.
Cholera is .... RARELY ... spread directly from person to person.
Problem: How to break the vicious cycle of sick people making water bad and bad water making people sick ... so on and so forth?
Answer: (1) Treat the sick, (2) isolate fluids the sick discharge, and (3) treat the water.
Easier said than done.
El Dready is just too full of himself to recognize when he's out of step with reality. Does it even venture into his brain that having potentially Choelra infestation water might increases the chances of cross-contamination in the kitchen setting? That salads and other preparation might become carriers of the dreaded Cholera?
so, i guess it is better to get free water, with the same issues, than to buy it. it is not the water which is the problem..it is the user. i bet that i will not come down with cholera in my lifetime from using contaminated water for anything.
DR authorities need to obligated water selling companies to use ONLY filtered and treated water during this Emergency Period. That is the sensible and MODERN way to handle this part of the problem. DON'T ever leave it to the PEOPLE-the end users- to heat the water to its boiling point! Why on earth would any sensible government under the threat of Cholera epidemic choose to allow firms to sell unfiltered and untreated water?
As for you not coming down with Cholera, I don't know dready. Those changes of pampers have to be handled correctly. And warm soapy water used to clean-up.
"As of epidemiological week (EW) 16, the Dominican Republic’s surveillance system registered an increase in the number of suspected cholera cases, principally in the peripheral area of Santo Domingo, near the Ozama and Isabela rivers. "
"The increase of cases in Santo Domingo coincides with the rise in temperature and the increase in rain which has caused floods in various areas of Santo Domingo. "
The DR health authorities seem to accent the role of water in the epidemic -- e.g., rivers, rains, and floods.
Next, we'll see what DR Health authorities reported to PAHO they've done about the cholera epidemic.
CON'T
"Actions implemented by the health authorities"
"Prior to this situation, the health authorities of the Dominican Republic declared a cholera alert in the National District and the Province of Santo Domingo. Strict surveillance and the monitoring of cases at a national level continue and the cholera attention centers are strengthened and health services in those affected zones where there are increases in suspected cases. "
"Additionally they have conducted educational development activities regarding methods of prevention and distributed chlorine in communities with active outbreaks."
oooo
The PAHO reported this, as of May 20th.
So, the DR health authorities are (1) treating the patients and ... to some degree ... (2) treating the water (with chlorine).
Evidently, (3) isolating some of the infected discharges from the sick from the water supply is too difficult, unless the authorities are doing the isolating thur their "educational activities."