Can people with HIV/AIDs or weakened immune systems drink tap water?
Water utilities must meet over 90 different drinking water requirements for tap water to keep people healthy. People with severely weakened immune systems are not always protected by these standards because they are based on reducing risks for people in good health. For example, for people with weakened immune systems, a microscopic parasite called Cryptosporidium can be a serious concern because it can cause a life-threatening illness. The chance of finding Cryptosporidium in water served by Southern California utilities is quite small. When it is, it is at low levels. People with severely weakened immune systems should talk to their doctor about possible alternatives to tap water.
Water utilities must meet over 120 different drinking water requirements for tap water. People with severely weakened immune systems are not always protected by these standards because requirements are based on reducing risks for people in good health. For example, a microscopic parasite called Cryptosporidium can cause a life-threatening illness for people with weakened immune systems. The chance of finding Cryptosporidium in water served by Southern California utilities is quite small. However, people with severely weakened immune systems should talk to their doctor about possible alternatives to tap water.
Water utilities must meet over 90 different drinking water requirements for tap water to keep people healthy. People with severely weakened immune systems are not always protected by these standards because they are based on reducing risks for people in good health. People with severely weakened immune systems should talk to their doctor about possible alternatives to tap water.
