Water and Sanitation
Access to sanitation and safe drinking water in Kampong Speu
"The type of water and sanitation facilities are important
Table 05.04.6 shows the percentages of households not having access to sanitary toilets and not having access to safe drinking water in the year 2004. Among these households, members and particularly children are exposed to poor hygiene and sanitation conditions which will increase risks of infections including diarrhea, and which will in turn increase risks of child death, and levels of child malnutrition.
Compared to the national level, a higher percentage of households in this province did not have a sanitary toilet. The percentage of households not having access to safe drinking water in this province was the same as the national average. More needs to be done to promote sanitation and to further improve access to safe drinking water in this province, to reduce the risks of child death, and to reduce existing levels of child morbidity and malnutrition.
Table 05.04.6 Access to sanitation and safe drinking water in Kampong Speu 2004
| Sanitation and Safe Drinking Water Access Indicators | % of Households This Province | % of Households National |
|---|---|---|
| Households not having a sanitary toilet | 90% | 81% |
|
Households not having access to a safe source of drinking water at, or within 150 meters, of their house |
34% |
34%
|
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