While swimming has many great health advantages, including those for the heart, muscles, lungs, joints, and even the mind and emotions, you might not be aware that it might also have a few health risks. RWIs, or recreational water illnesses, can be brought on by a number of bacteria found in water, by an imbalance in chemical levels, or by a combination of the two (see Parts 1, 2 & … [Read More...] about Pool Owner’s Guide to Recreational Water Illnesses, Part 4
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