Under the patronage of the respected Dean of the College of Science for Women, Professor Dr. Sameera Naji Khdim, the Continuing Education Unit, in cooperation with the Department of Chemistry, organized a scientific workshop entitled “Water Chemistry and Human Health.” The workshop was presented by Ms. Israa Hamoud Ibrahim, Ms. Sahar Thamer Aday, and Ms. Samara Ali Matar, and was attended by a number of faculty members, students, and individuals interested in scientific affairs.
The workshop addressed the importance of water as an essential element for life and highlighted its vital role in maintaining human health. It also discussed the chemical composition of water and its physical and chemical properties.
Furthermore, the workshop explored the different types and sources of water, as well as methods of water treatment and purification to ensure its suitability for human consumption. Particular emphasis was placed on chemical and biological contaminants that may affect water quality.
In addition, the workshop reviewed the impact of water quality on human health and examined the relationship between water pollution and the spread of certain diseases. It also outlined the health standards that must be met in drinking water and emphasized the importance of raising awareness about water conservation and the protection of water resources.
The workshop concluded by reaffirming the importance of developing the skills of students and researchers in the field of water chemistry and highlighting its significant role in supporting scientific research, improving quality of life, and promoting public health.
