Poorly maintained public pools a growing concern as germs, parasites cause illnesses

Nothing says "South Florida lifestyle" like a pool, a tropical oasis where you can take a dip year-round. But hundreds of pools are closed annually for carrying parasites, bacteria and other pathogens that can make swimmers seriously ill.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news143122343.html">Poorly maintained public pools a growing concern as germs, parasites cause illnesses</a></p> <p>Nothing says "South Florida lifestyle" like a pool, a tropical oasis where you can take a dip year-round. But hundreds of pools are closed annually for carrying parasites, bacteria and other pathogens that can make swimmers seriously ill.</p>