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The Times of India
The Times of India
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Jigyasa Kakwani | TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Planning to go for a swim? Doctors warn about infections you might catch in a public swimming pool

The June sun is upon us and it is the best time to hit the refreshing swimming pools to beat the scorching heat. It is super refreshing and fun, whether you go for swimming lessons, water sports or a pool party. But before you get your swimming bag ready, have you ever wondered about the diseases you can catch from a public pool?

RWI stands for Recreational Water Illness. These are caused by bacteria and chemicals found in the public pool water you swim in. In fact, these germs can spread through swallowing or touching the water, and even breathing in the vapors.

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