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The link between climate change and water security is well-known – but how will it affect lives in different places?

Mercury threatens Amazon

Amazonians and children are among the worst hit by mercury and lead poisoning in Latin America, say researchers.

Handwashing ‘impossible’ for 2.3 bln

COVID-19 lays bare the gaps in water, sanitation, and hygiene in the least developed countries.

Climate change hurts farm output

Warmer regions like Africa and Latin America are the hardest hit by climate change, according to research on agricultural productivity.

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