When I worked as a lifeguard, there was one chore that we had to complete without question every day – testing the pool water. Beyond keeping the pool clean, this simple test also ensured the water ...

One of the most important parts of swimming pool maintenance is preventing bacterial and algae growth by shocking the water with granular pool shock chemicals or liquid chlorine. Pools typically need ...

As the weather heats up and community swimming pools open, health officials are trying to give swimmers the tools they need to protect themselves from dirty pools. The Water Quality and Health Council ...

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I’ve been told plenty of times that I need to drink more water by doctors, family, and friends. My only problem, though, is that I don’t always trust what comes out of the tap. I live in New York City ...