What is it about?
This study investigates the microbial quality of bottled water sold in Metro Manila by analyzing eighty samples from sixteen brands for bacterial and fungal contamination.
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Why is it important?
The consumption of bottled drinking water sold by street vendors and sundry stores in Metro Manila is expected to be microbiologically safe; however, the findings suggest a potential health risk.
Perspectives
The government must enforce stricter quality control regulations on generic bottled water to prevent waterborne diseases.
Mr. Aaron Jan Sumalde Palmares
Far Eastern University
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This page is a summary of: Assessment of microbial quality of bottled water from street vendors and sundry stores in Metro Manila, Philippines, Journal of Applied and Natural Science, December 2025, ANSF Publications,
DOI: 10.31018/jans.v17i4.6861.
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