Author : Kathy Pond
Release : 2005
Genre : Medical
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 055/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Water Recreation and Disease by : Kathy Pond
Download or read book Water Recreation and Disease written by Kathy Pond. This book was released on 2005. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication gives a comprehensive review and analysis of potential diseases associated with recreational water activities in marine, freshwater, spas/whirlpools and swimming pools, drawing on information on the ecology and health aspects of a variety of pathogens. Issues discussed include: the factors related to infection and disease severity, susceptible sub-populations, the credibility of association with recreational water use, a severity rating system for prioritising public health protection measures, and pathogen summaries. It will be useful to all those concerned with recreational water quality, including environmental and public health professionals, local authorities and user groups.