A microbial parasite called Giardiasis could be lurking in your water tank and causing havoc In your gastrointestinal system.
The topic was discussed by members at the Coonamble branch at last week’s Country Women’s Association (CWA) meeting with mention of local incidents of infection among people who drink unfiltered water from their rainwater tanks.
“Perhaps some of us are more resistant to it because we drink tap water all the time,” a branch member said.
“But if we have a visitor who is immune-compromised or small children then it’s . . .
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