General Hygiene in Booshehr: A Case Study of DrinkingWater and its Problems

Public health is about the individual, group and community. Components such as personal, social and environmental health and water are important. Considering the importance of water in public health, this study investigates the process of drinking water in Bushehr city from the Qajar to Pahlavi dynasty. We have answered this question in a descriptive and analytical way and with the help of historical data from historical research methods. The research findings show that with the efforts of the Qajar and Pahlavi governments in the process of developing and maintaining public health, the issue of drinking water became important from the Qajar period onwards. During the Pahlavi era, following the development plans of the country, public health was promoted, and with the establishment of health institutions and popular efforts, mechanisms were developed to supply piped water and potable water treatment in Bushehr despite existing obstacles.