Global Journal of Human Social Science, H: Interdisciplinary, Volume 23 Issue 5

© 2023 Global Journals Volume XXIII Issue V Version I Global Journal of Human Social Science - Year 2023 ( ) H 51 Unveiling the Impact of Solid Waste Management on Health and Poverty Alleviation in Dhaka City Statistic Value Min Value 1 Max Value 6 Total Responses 106 Question 18: Which age group in your family is most affected by communicable diseases related to waste? Analysis and Findings In the past six months, respondents' or their families' recent illnesses were inquired about in the survey. The most often stated ailments were skin conditions (29%), chest complications (27%), stomach parasites (61%), and diarrheal infections (78%). Poliomyelitis communicable diseases (15% of respondents) were also mentioned. A small number of respondents (10%) specified other illnesses not listed in the provided options, such as non-allergic rhinitis (NAD) and asthma. These findings suggest a notable prevalence of illnesses associated with waste within the respondents' families. The presence of diarrheal diseases and abdominal parasites aligns with the potential consequences of poor waste management on water and food contamination, skin diseases and chest complications may also be linked to unhygienic living conditions influenced by waste, and asthma and non- allergic rhinitis (NAD) indicate the possibility of respiratory conditions influenced by waste-related factors. The survey data underscores the importance of addressing waste management and improving sanitation practices to reduce the risk of communicable diseases.

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