It is a staggering statistic, but true nonetheless: Cambodians are more likely to own a mobile phone than have access to a toilet. In rural parts of the country, the vast majority lack sanitation and the consequences are predictable
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very true words, by Guy De Laney, BBC. (via boredwithrice)
If you’ve heard about the supposed mystery illness sweeping Cambodia, check out Guy’s whole article here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-18813921
Nice case study on media distortion and hype.
(via iambarang)
