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Four people are in hospital after 27 were exposed to ‘excess chlorine’ at swimming pool and spa

Four people have been taken to hospital after being exposed to ‘excess chlorine’ at a day spa and gym in…

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Swimathon Spring 2025

Entries are now open for our Swimathon 2025 weekend, which will take place on Friday 28th to Sunday 30th March at 460 venues across…

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Can’t face running? Have a hot bath or a sauna – research shows they offer some similar benefits

The following is taken directly from The Conversation’s website, and you can find the full article at the bottom of…

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Why Splash Pools can be an infection risk for kids

In the heat of summer, many parents take their children to splash pools or splash pads and other recreational water…

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CDC releases 2024 Model Aquatic Health Code

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 Model Aquatic Health…

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Historic Pools of Britain – December News

We are drawing to the close of a whirlwind of a year and wanted to wish everyone a very happy…

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Splash pads linked to thousands of preventable waterborne illnesses

Key takeaways: More than 10,000 people got sick in outbreaks linked to water playgrounds between 1997 and 2022. The outbreaks…

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Funding available for facilities damaged by extreme weather

Community organisations affected by the recent impact of Storms Bert and Conall can apply to our Movement Fund to recover…

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Historic Pools of Britain – November News

A birthday bonanza for Bramley Baths Bramley Baths has marked its 120th birthday with a feast of community-led celebrations.  Local dignitaries…

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Private Balcony Hot Tubs Spread Legionnaires Disease on Cruise Ships

THURSDAY, Oct. 24, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Next time you’re on a cruise, be wary of your (or your neighbor’s)…

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