The importance of Helminth Eggs assessment in Indonesia for water reuse and disease prevention

Abstract

Water as vital needs to our life must be fulfilled. Increasing population tends to water scarcity causes by the high demand and limited source. Water reuse is one of the solutions to face the challenge. Helminth eggs is one of the parameters for water reuse recommended by WHO. Previous studies have shown that there are helminth eggs presence in irrigation water and wastewater system in Indonesia, thus the possibility of disease by helminth eggs presence. This study was conducted to give an advice about the importance of helminth eggs assessment in Indonesia for better water reuse and prevent disease like soil-transmitted helminthiases. To detect the presence of helminth eggs in water, adaptations from several existing methods is required. Indonesia needs an exact method to determine the presence of helminth eggs. Government, institutions, and society have to collaborate to prevent the existence of helminth eggs for the water reuse purpose in the future. This can lead to increase quality of health and environment aspects.