Which of the following are water borne diseases?

• A) Influenza
• B) Cholera
• C) Typhoid
• D) Tuberculosis

Waterborne diseases are illnesses caused by pathogens that are transmitted through contaminated water. Among the options provided, the following are classified as waterborne diseases:

Identifying Waterborne Diseases

• Cholera: This is a severe diarrheal disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, often spread through contaminated water.
• Typhoid: Caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi, typhoid fever is also transmitted through contaminated water and food.

Other Options

The other diseases listed are not primarily waterborne:

• Influenza: This is a viral infection that spreads mainly through respiratory droplets, not water.
• Tuberculosis: This is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs and spreads through the air, not water.

In summary, the waterborne diseases from your list are Cholera and Typhoid.