Taking a cool, refreshing dip in a lake or swimming pool is one of summer's enjoyments and sometimes a necessary escape from the stifling heat. But two recent federal health studies found that some ...

Before you cannonball into your neighborhood swimming pool this summer — or slip into a hot tub for a relaxing soak — check the last time it was inspected. Thousands of pools, hot tubs, and splash ...

People with diabetes can have fun at pools and hot tubs. However, they may need to adjust insulin dosages, keep supplies and medications cool and dry, and closely watch blood sugars to avoid low blood ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bruce Y. Lee, M.D., MBA, covers health, medicine, wellness and science Ready to dive into swimming pool season? Well, you may want ...

It’s summertime and families are using swimming pools, hot tubs and spas for exercise and leisure activity. Health agencies are typically concerned with the water quality due to microorganisms, aka ...

For many, owning a swimming pool and a hot tub symbolizes a life of luxury, relaxation, and the joy of making memories. These watery havens provide an oasis in our backyards where we can escape daily ...

"I think everybody pees in the pool," Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps told The Wall Street Journal last year. "It's kind of just a normal thing to do." A recent study supports Phelps' assertion.

Severe breathing difficulties sent a 17-year-old in Queensland, Australia, to the emergency room with "hot tub lung" — inflammation caused by inhaling microbes in steam, usually contracted from hot ...

First it was toilet paper. Next, it was disinfectants, followed by face masks and other personal protective equipment. Then, it was a whole array of different items, ranging from yeast to condoms to ...