Even if you have your own private swimming pool, reading about Recreational Water Illnesses can be pretty disconcerting. So after a series of 4 posts about those frustrating possibilities (See parts 1, 2, 3 & 4), we thought we’d give you some good news! Contrary to some people’s assumptions, the following ailments cannot be transmitted […]
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The Sun, Your Swimming Pool & Your Skin, Part 4
Did you know that despite a greater understanding today of what causes skin cancer, Melanoma rates have actually tripled over the past 35 years? Among other forms of skin protection, using broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 is an important factor in protecting your skin from this deadly form of cancer (see Parts 1, […]
The Sun, Your Swimming Pool & Your Skin, Part 3
Often, people falsely assume that if they’re not getting burnt, they’re not at risk for skin cancer; but that’s not quite true. As we described in a previous post in this series, using broad-spectrum sunscreen is one of several steps that can both help prevent sunburn as well as early signs of aging. But more […]
The Sun, Your Swimming Pool & Your Skin, Part 2
Since Vitamin D is a key component in your health (see Part 1) and getting some sun is necessary for the production of Vitamin D, some people reason that sunscreen must be a bad thing. Of the many contributing factors in Vitamin D deficiencies, sunscreen is not cited. However, sunscreen is a huge component in […]
The Sun, Your Swimming Pool & Your Skin, Part 1
Did you know that your backyard swimming pool gives you added opportunities to benefit from one of the most natural vitamins in the world? (Or maybe we should say “in this solar system,” but that would probably give it away.) That’s right: our very own sun is necessary for the production of Vitamin D, an […]
Teaching Your Child To Swim: The Four Basic Strokes, Part 4
“To watch Olympic swimmers do the butterfly is to witness a metamorphosis: half-human, half-fish, wholly mesmerizing.” That perspective of the Butterfly stroke makes it a prospect that’s simultaneously daunting and alluring. As the fourth of the basic swim strokes for beginning swimmers to learn (see Parts 1, 2 & 3), the basic Butterfly stroke can […]
Teaching Your Child To Swim: The Four Basic Strokes, Part 3
After learning the Front Crawl and the Breast Stroke, your child may be ready to learn what may become his or her favorite swim stroke: the Backstroke. While the Front Crawl is the fastest of the four basic swim strokes and the Breaststroke is the slowest and least efficient, the Backstroke is somewhere in between. […]
How to Keep Your Pool Cover Clean
If you own a pool, you know how important it is to keep the water clean. Not only does crystal clear water make your pool feel refreshing, but it also enhances the entire appearance of your property. If you use a pool cover, you can rest assured that you’ll be keeping out a large percentage […]
So You’re Adding an In-Ground Swimming Pool? Here’s What You Can Expect
Hiring a contractor to install an in-ground swimming pool in your yard is a huge undertaking. As with any major home improvement project, it’s extremely helpful for you as the homeowner to know what you can expect the process to entail. If you hire a reputable swimming pool installation team, here is an overview of […]
Having Fun in Your Pool After the Kids Go Back to School
All over the United States this time of year, children head back to school. It’s hard to believe that their last few carefree days making memories in the backyard pool for the summer are over. Once the kids are back in school, it may seem like the right time to think about closing up the […]