Poorly maintained public pools a growing concern as germs, parasites cause illnesses
October 13th, 2008 in Medicine & Health / HealthNothing 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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