THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

Abstract

Access to safe and clean drinking water is essential, and clean water is necessary for children's health.  Numerous illnesses, especially waterborne illnesses like diarrhea, can be brought on by contaminated water.  A number of waterborne illnesses, such as diarrhea, which is still one of the world's top causes of mortality for children under five, can be brought on by contaminated water sources.  Dehydration from diarrhea can be fatal, particularly in environments with inadequate resources.  Furthermore, a child's cognitive and developmental abilities may suffer significant and permanent harm if exposed to heavy metals like lead through tainted water supplies or paint containing lead.  To protect children's health, exposure to waterborne pollutants must be avoided.  The developing brains of children are greatly impacted by environmental contaminants. Learning disabilities, attention deficits, and behavioral issues can arise from exposure to toxins like as lead, mercury, pesticides, and industrial pollutants, which can impair neurodevelopment.  Even low exposure levels during critical embryonic stages may have long-term consequences.  Exposure to toxins during pregnancy is particularly risky since it may affect the neurodevelopment of the unborn child.    The health of children is greatly influenced by socioeconomic conditions.