Recycling of sewage so that it can be used as drinking water is one possible solution to the current water shortages in Australia - HSC - SSCE Biology - Question 8 - 2005 - Paper 1

Health authorities are primarily concerned with public health and safety. The recycling of sewage into drinking water poses a significant risk of introducing pathogens that could lead to outbreaks of waterborne diseases. Ensuring the absence or effective removal of pathogens is paramount in safeguarding public health, making this option a critical concern.