Swimming in Rivers and Lakes Linked to Higher Risk of Stomach Bugs and Rashes
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A study with nearly 2,400 people shows that wild bathing can promote gastrointestinal complaints and skin problems – even if EU standards are met.
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NewswiseSwimming in rivers and lakes linked to higher risk of stomach bugs and rashes
People swimming in rivers and lakes could be putting themselves at risk of nasty skin conditions and stomach bugs, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia. The researchers found that people who swam in rivers and lakes were more than twice as likely to develop skin problems, while higher levels of bacteria linked to fecal pollution were associated with an increased risk of stomach bugs.
Unpleasant skin symptoms were more than twice as common in swimmers as in people who did not swim.
River and lake swimming linked to stomach bugs and skin rashes
Open-water swimming is often presented as a way to reconnect with nature, improve fitness and support mental health. Yet a large randomized controlled trial conducted at four freshwater bathing sites in Hungary suggests that rivers and lakes can also expose swimmers to a measurable risk of illness, even when the water officially meets European bathing […]
A study carried out by the University of East Anglia examined the possible consequences of swimming in lakes and rivers for gastrointestinal disorders and dermatological problems, which confirms that simmering in these freshwaters, especially if they present a high concentration of certain bacteria, involves health risks.
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