Can Swimming Pools Cause Colds?
A CDC study revealed that
1 in 3 swimming-related illnesses were linked to hotel pools or hot tubs
Some common issues you can pick up from public swimming areas are:
• Diarrhea
• Skin rashes
• Respiratory illness
• Cough and congestion
• Eye infections
• Ear infections or swimmer’s ear
So, can swimming cause a cold?
Since the bacteria that cause the common cold can enter water, you can catch a cold from swimming in a pool.
Tips to Help You Avoid Getting Sick in the Future
• Try not to swim after
heavy rainfall
• Avoid swallowing any
water
• Don’t swim in murky
water
• Keep your ears dry
• Rinse off before and
after your swim
• Don’t swim with open
wounds
• Don’t swim if you’ve
recently had diarrhea
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