Health & Fitness
Potential Dangers by the Pool
Sunburn, unsafe swimming and sweltering temperatures are not the only concerns when heading to the pool on a bright summer day.
“Pool safety includes safe handling of pool chemicals,” says Diane Calello, MD, NJ Poison Control Center Executive and Medical Director, Rutgers NJ Medical School’s Department of Emergency Medicine. “Some pool and hot tub chemicals, which are necessary to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the water, can be dangerous and must be used and stored properly. For example, chlorine can cause eye irritation, breathing problems and lung injury if used in high concentrations or in poorly ventilated enclosed spaces.” Read more
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