“Recreational water illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols of, or having contact with contaminated water in swimming pools, hot tubs, water parks, water play areas, interactive fountains, lakes, rivers, or oceans. RWIs can also be caused by chemicals in the water or chemicals that evaporate from the water and cause indoor air quality problems. RWIs may include a wide variety of infections, including gastrointestinal, skin, ear, respiratory, eye, neurologic and wound infections. Many RWIs (skin, ear, eye, respiratory, neurologic, wound, and other infections) are caused by germs that live naturally in the environment (for example, in water and soil)” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
There are many types of recreational water illnesses such as diarrhea, cryptosporidium, giardia, hot tub rash, legionella, swimmers ear, methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus MRSA, and pinworm. Contributors to recreational water illnesses include, feces, unfiltered water, diaper-aged children (newborns through at least age 4), sewage spills, animal waste, water runoff (following a rainfall), and swallowing recreational water (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). This mainly affects children, pregnant women and people with a compromised immune system.
Swimmers ear medically known as acute otitis externa, results in an estimated 2.4 million health care visits every year, and nearly half a billion dollars in health care costs (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). “Although acute otitis externa generally is a mild illness, it is a frequently diagnosed condition responsible for a substantial health-care burden, with estimated costs of $0.5 billion and nearly 600,000 hour...
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...e of them and we can take preventive measures. With making people more aware of the illnesses by keeping them safe and letting them have an enjoyable time doing what they love to do in recreational water.
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the drum- lines program with hooks like needles is working even though sometimes it’s a false call but it is keeping every one safe so far. In my opinion, I think that the main reason there is shark attacks because of crowded beaches. I think that because there is so many people in the water that you can’t sea your surroundings.
ABSTRACT: Water samples from local ponds and lakes and snow runoff were collected and tested for coliform as well as Escherichia coli. Humans as well as animals come into contact with these areas, some are used for recreational activities such as swimming and some are a source of drinking water for both animals and humans The main goal of this experiment was to see which lakes, snow run off and ponds tested positive for coliform or Escherichia coli and to come up with some reasoning as to why. It was found that the more remote pond with less contact contained the most Escherichia coli. However, another lake that many swim in and use as their drinking water indeed tested positive for a small amount of Escherichia coli. The two samples from the snow showed negative results for both coliform and Escherichia coli and the two more public ponds that aren’t as commonly used as a source of human drinking water but animal drinking water tested in the higher range for coliforms but in the little to no Escherichia coli range. It was concluded that the remote pond should be avoided as it’s not a safe source of drinking water for humans or animals. Other than that, the the other ponds are likely to be safe from Escherichia coli, but coliforms are a risk factor.
Otitis externa, is one of the common types of ear infection. The other type of ear infection is otitis media. Both affect the Otolaryngology organ system. Otitis externa is also known as “swimmers ear” and affects the external ear canal. That is why it is called otitis externa, because the affect is to the external air canal. Otitis externa is called swimmers ear because swimmers develop this condition when water settles in the ear and mixes with the cerumen (ear wax). This combination is ideal for bacteria and fungus.
...ears old. Therefore, her only option is the emergency room. The bills are steadily racking up.
Meniere’s disease is a controversial inner ear disorder that has a variety of symptoms. It was first discovered by French physician Prosper Meniere in 1861 after seeing a variety of patients with episodic vertigo attacks. (John Jacob Ballenger, 1996). After a variety of research, Prosper Meniere theorized that the symptoms that his patients were experiencing such as tinnitus and vertigo were not coming from the brain but were actually coming from the inner ear. These findings lead to the research of inner ear disease and its association with inner ear balance disorders. (P.J. Haybach).
No matter what, where, or who you are, water is a necessary component to keeping any organism alive. Although water is essential for life, in many places, clean drinking water is hard to find. There are many consequences to drinking contaminated water. Every year, three to five million people are attacked by water-borne diseases and over 100,000 of them die. One fatal disease that can kill within hours is cholera.
I chose to watch the Frontline episode on “Poisoned Waters”. This documentary showed the environmental issues involving case studies on the Chesapeake Bay and Puget Sound. By examining how these rising pollutants along with industrial contaminants like PCB, lead, mercury and agricultural pollution. America has kept from making many of the nation’s waterways fishable and swim able again. This was a goal set by Congress nearly four decades ago.
...also putting together vaccines and other medications on other diseases that could possibly cause an outbreak
Drinking water is the source to waterborne pathogens and toxins for most members of the community. Almost everybody in Alexandria drinks from the same water source so it can affect the health
Safety is the number one concern with any water sport. In May, the U.S. Coast Guard released its Recreational Boating Statistics, which revealed 701 boating fatalities nationwide in 2016 (Coast Guard). Alcohol
Water-borne transmission refers to diseases that are acquired via usually contaminated freshwater. Infection occurs during bathing, swimming, drinking, preparing of food, or in the consumption of food that has been infected with a water-borne pathogen. Most of water-borne pathogens are protozoa, bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Common examples of water-borne pathogens are Cryptosporidium parvum, Giardia lamblia, Campylobacter jejuni, Vibrio cholerae, and Legionella pneumophila, along with man...
I start out my life’s journey looking for people to infect by swimming through pools of water throughout the world. The best countries are third world countries where people are underdeveloped and vulnerable. For extended periods of time, I am often without a host, waiting for an unsuspecting, naive human to take a sip of what they think is thirst quenching liquid. In reality, the liquid is their worst nightmare. No matter the place- pools, spas, or rivers- I am there, and the moment someone opens their mouth, I shall capture the flag of their
7. Learn CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation). This applies particularly to pool owners and water sports enthusiasts.
The RNAO states “World Health Organization data suggests that environmental factors account for 24 per cent of the world’s burden of disease and 23 per cent of all deaths” (2012). Environmental determinants of health is mainly centered on whether not the area has clean air and water. This is because air and water are used in every person’s daily life, and if these are contaminated, the health of these persons can be compromised. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the records dating back from 2005 show that the water is safe for all persons, with no pollutants causing illnesses or diseases (Air System Facilities, 2015). In addition, the agency tested the water to see if it had any abnormal microbial levels. In the area there were no disinfectants or pollutants compromising the water. To further determine the environmental determinants, the air was also researched. Today, on September 11, 2015 the UV index was considered to be very high. The agency states “Protection against sun damage is needed” (UV Index, 2015). Since the UV index ranked to be in the very high category, people in this area need to take caution and were sun screen if outdoors. It is recommended that people stay in cool, air conditioned facilities between 1 pm and 4 pm. To continue, the AFS showed that there are no facilities producing air emissions (Air System Facilities, 2015). When there are no facilities producing air
A. If they eat seafood that comes from the polluted water they can get diseases like hepatitis and in poor countries they drink from the polluted water and then they can get cholera.