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Which of the following is a "water scarce disease"?

A
Trachoma
B
Leprosy
C
Rabies
D
Tetanus
High-Yield Explanation
Many diseases are caused by scarcity of water in enough amount to be able to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness. These are called water scarce disease or water washed disease. Examples include trachoma, conjunctivitis, lice infestation, scabies, ascariasis etc. Ref: Park, 21st Edition, Page 657.

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