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Is swimming in a pool every day dangerous?

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Dr. James Chen answered

Specializes in Orthopaedic Surgery

No: There is no convincing evidence to show that swimming every day is dangerous or hazardous to your health.

Dr Rao agreed

Answered 6/30/2012

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