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July 11, 2017 by Richard R. Samuel, MD

Recreational Waterborne Illnesses

Summertime draws area residents and visitors alike for a swim in our beautiful lakes, rivers and pools,  to cool off from the daytime heat.  While most outings are relaxing and uneventful, waterborne intestinal, respiratory and skin infections can ruin the best vacation plans.  Knowledge and prevention of these common illnesses can keep an outing this […]

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