Swimming pools have become such a common luxury in modern life that we often do not consider it to be a health hazard. One of the major problems with swimming pools is that it is a large and exposed body of water which can easily become contaminated. The other issue is that swimming pools are shared by many people. While a properly maintained pool may not always pose as much of a health risk, there is no avoiding some of the hazards especially with frequent exposure to swimming pools. Diseases and Swimming Pools Any illness contracted by exposure to a swimming pool is broadly categorized as a recreational water illness (RWI). Hot tubs and lakes are other sources of water that may cause RWIs. These diseases can vary in nature and location. It may include infections, irritation and allergies of the skin, airways, ears and gastrointestinal tract. Do swimming pools causes diseases? It is important to note that a swimming pool does not usually cause the illness. It is a medium through which an illness is transmitted, in which an irritant substance may be contained or the trigger for diseases which a person may be predisposed to. Some of these … Continue reading Swimming Pool Illnesses – Types and Dangers