almost 15 years ago

The number of RWI outbreaks have increased in recent years...

WHY is it important to take an active role in helping prevent the spread of germs in pools?

In the past two decades, there has been a substantial increase in the number of RWI outbreaks associated with swimming. Crypto, which can stay alive for days even in well-maintained pools, has become the leading cause of swimming pool-related outbreaks of diarrheal illness. From 2004 to 2008, reported Crypto cases increased over 200% (from 3,411 cases in 2004 to 10,500 cases in 2008). (MMWR, 2010)

The most commony reported RWI is diarrhea, but RWIs include a variety of infections, including gastrointestinal, skin, ear, respiratory, eye, neurologic, and wound infections.

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