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Pure at the source, polluted in the cup

Oct 09, 2025 2 mins read
Pure at the source, polluted in the cup

We take great pride in our image of unspoiled nature—sparkling rivers, clear mountain streams, and pristine springs. But the latest findings from the Royal Centre for Disease Control reveal an unsettling truth: while our water may be clean at the source, much of it becomes unsafe to drink by the time it reaches the tap.

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