How can I avoid getting sick from bacteria while swimming?
How can I avoid getting sick from bacteria while swimming?
To keep from getting sick from bacteria while swimming, don't drink the water, says emergency medicine specialist Leigh Vinocur, MD. Learn more about staying healthy around water.
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