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How likely is it to get an infection from swimming in a public swimming pool?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Very unlikely: As long as the pool is adequately chlorinated, there should be no risk.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2022

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