15
Aug
2011
Hygiene & Health

“Doggy”- Paddle to Health
01
Aug
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Water Quality & Health Council

Swimming in the News

With high temperatures plaguing much of the country, the pool seems like the best bet to beat the heat. This blog highlights two interesting and entertaining resources recently found in the media that can help keep swimming healthy and enjoyable. 1. CDC’s Healthy Swimming 2011 Video Contest Winner’s Video! This summer, the Centers for Disease... Read More »
25
Jul
2011
Pool Maintenance
by Fred Reiff, PE

Understanding Swimming Pool Chemistry

It’s no secret that swimming pools, although fun and refreshing, are essentially communal bath tubs. To help keep water clean and safe, pool operators must adjust pool chemical levels. Maintaining proper pool chemistry can be a challenging task, especially in community pools where the number of swimmers fluctuates wildly from hour to hour.  Add to... Read More »
01
Jul
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Joan B. Rose, PhD

Teach Your Children Well: Shower before Swimming

You are heading off to your community pool. The mental check list goes… Sunscreen?  Yes. Bathing suit?  Of course. Shower?  Probably not. Although the “shower before you swim” rule is consistently posted at community pools, a new University of Michigan report shows parents of young children do not appreciate the role showering plays in keeping... Read More »
06
Jun
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Kristen Swope

Three Swimming Pool Lies I Grew Up With

I grew up believing some pool-related myths that I realize rather belatedly were my parents’ bizarre, yet caring way to keep me from drowning or getting injured during unsupervised swims.  A few childhood pool story-swapping moments with friends revealed other gems that were also considered truths at the time. I’ve decided to compile the top three ones I believe are worth correcting even if some of them seem downright funny.... Read More »
26
May
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Michele Hlavsa, RN, MPH

CDC’s Healthy Swimming Video Contest: Promote Healthy Swimming & Be Eligible to Win $1,000!

This year, to help prevent the spread of germs in swimming pools, hot tubs, interactive fountains, lakes, or oceans, the CDC’s Healthy Swimming Program is asking the public to help them educate swimmers by making a short, creative video describing the simple steps everyone can take to ensure healthy swimming experiences. ... Read More »
23
May
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Chris Wiant, MPH, PhD

This Summer: Dip before You Dive to Help Avoid Recreational Water Illnesses

It’s nearing the end of May, which means: it’s time to get back into the water!  Yes, pool season unofficially starts Memorial Day weekend and there is nothing more fun than spending a day at the pool. But before diving in, it may be a good idea to know just what you are diving into. ... Read More »
01
Apr
2011
Hygiene & Health
by Chris Wiant, MPH, PhD

The DBP “Tango” and Swimmer Hygiene Awareness

Swimming is appreciated the world over as a healthful, fun-filled activity.  That was a solid point of agreement among international swimming pool experts who gathered in Portugal last month for the Fourth International Conference on Swimming Pools and Spas.  The researchers also agreed on another point:  Swimmer hygiene education is badly needed to reduce pool... Read More »