🌍 World Plumbing Day – 11th March Safe Water • Sanitation • Public Health Protection World Plumbing Day , observed annually on 11th March , is an international awareness day initiated by the World Plumbing Council . The day highlights the critical role plumbing plays in public health, environmental sustainability, and safe water management . Plumbing is often unseen— but it protects millions of lives every day. 🚰 Why World Plumbing Day Matters Modern plumbing systems ensure: Safe drinking water delivery Effective sanitation and wastewater removal Disease prevention Hygiene and infection control Sustainable water use Without proper plumbing, communities face higher risks of: Waterborne diseases Contaminated supplies Poor sanitation conditions Environmental damage Public health begins with safe water. 🌍 Plumbing and Global Health Historically, advancements in plumbing have reduced: Cholera outbreaks Typhoid and dysentery Contaminated urban water crises Proper sanitation systems are fo...
The human brain is one of the most complex and fascinating organs in the body. It controls everything we do, from thinking and moving to feeling and remembering. Central to its function are neurons , the brain’s communication specialists. Together, the brain and neurons form the basis of human intelligence, emotion, and behavior. 1. The Brain: A Supercomputer in Your Head • Size and Weight : The human brain weighs about 3 pounds and makes up roughly 2% of body weight , yet it uses 20% of the body’s energy . • Billions of Neurons : The brain contains approximately 86 billion neurons , each forming thousands of connections, creating an intricate network of communication. • Speed of Thought : Signals in the brain travel at speeds of up to 268 miles per hour , faster than most race cars! • Plasticity : The brain is highly adaptable. It can rewire itself, forming new connections even in adulthood, a phenomenon known as neuroplasticity . • Oxygen Hungry : The b...