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Absolutely not. Getting rid of human waste is one of the most important issues in developing countries precisely because of the public health effects it has: tr
by pm90 8y ago
Absolutely not. Getting rid of human waste is one of the most important issues in developing countries precisely because of the public health effects it has: transmitting pathogens, contaminating water supplies etc. It isn't hard to see that being the case in an Urban area like SF, especially since the density of people is so much greater.
- forapurpose 8y agoI know why human waste is dangerous. I asked if there is evidence that there is such a problem in SF, and if there is evidence of that problem being a health "crisis". So far, no evidence is cited in this thread - which certainly doesn't mean there isn't any. It does seem like the ideal talking point - it's disgusting, a bit frightening, and thus shifts readers from reason to a strong emotional reaction. Let's try to shift back. If there's evidence of a problem, it absolutely should be addressed.
- Redoubts 8y agohttps://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Diseased-Streets-472430013.html https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Diseased-Streets-47243...
- forapurpose 8y agoThanks! That might be the most valuable thing posted on this thread. Still, some research would be a lot better than journalists' observations. It seems to me that porta-potties, and some needle-safe trash cans, would be cost-effective, temporary solutions.