Due to water, steam and shared space, places such as swimming pools, water parks and saunas provide an ideal environment for the reproduction of a wide variety of microorganisms.
Forewarned is forearmed - follow this principle and hurry to learn about the diseases that can be contracted when entering such spaces.
What infections are common in public places?
First of all, in public places where there are many people, there is a high chance of catching viral and bacterial infections transmitted through the air.
The risk is especially high in winter and autumn, when you can become infected with acute respiratory viral infections, flu and other airborne viral diseases: adenovirus infection, chickenpox, measles, rubella, mumps, etc.
Among bacterial infections we can mention such as meningococcus, diphtheria, scarlet fever, etc.
The airborne route has also been chosen by the tuberculosis mycobacterium for its spread.
Many factors influence whether you get sick or not. These include your individual characteristics, air humidity and temperature, and other environmental factors.
What can you get infected with in a bathhouse, swimming pool or water park
As a place to relax in winter, many people choose a swimming pool, water park or bath complex.
However, it is important to remember that visiting these places in winter can increase the risk of contracting diseases such as conjunctivitis, fungal skin lesions, adenovirus, enterovirus and rotavirus infections, as well as mycobacteriosis.
To protect yourself, shower before entering the pool and avoid swimming if you have open wounds or infections.
Wear appropriate swimwear, rubber sandals (slippers) and do not spend too much time in the water to avoid hypothermia.
In the bathhouse, do not sit on any surfaces without a towel. By the way, it is better to bring it with you, as well as a cap and other bath accessories. Ventilate the space and do not stay in the bathhouse for too long, so as not to overheat.
