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Pool, lake, sea: how to protect yourself from coronavirus while swimming this summer

Although much of what seems like everyday activities, including a haircut and lunch at a favorite restaurant, is associated with a high risk of coronavirus infection, swimming during the COVID-19 pandemic seems relatively safe, writes New York Post.

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Experts report that the virus does not live in pool water. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "there is no evidence that COVID-19 can be distributed through pools and jacuzzis."

But before you dive deep, here's what you need to know to make sure that noon in the pool does not end with a virus floating in your bloodstream.

Does chlorine kill a coronavirus infection

Chlorinated pool water is detrimental to the microbe.

"A moderate amount of chlorine in a pool will kill the virus," says Roberta Lavigne, a professor of medicine at the University of Tennessee College of Nursing.

Does coronavirus kill sea water

Similarly, scientists report that coronavirus is unlikely to thrive in sea or ocean water. This virus prefers human saliva to the surf of the sea. And although fresh water cannot kill this virus, the likelihood of infection in the lake is low.

“You would probably have to drink a whole lake to get an infectious dose of coronavirus,” said Paula Cannon, a professor of molecular microbiology and immunology at the University of Southern California. “The effect of diluting it with water is enormous.”

What about sunbathing?

Coronavirus may not be able to swim, but it more than skillfully affects careless vacationers. For this reason, it is important to ensure that the surfaces of sun loungers, water slides and handrails are regularly disinfected.

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When to Avoid Bathing

When your mayor says there's "no way to control" overcrowding at lake parties, it's time to find another place to stay. Although water sports appear to be safe, maintaining a distance of 6 feet (about 2 meters) from other people, both in and out of the water, remains critical. Swimming, drinking and socializing in close proximity to others is dangerous.

Also, do not borrow glasses for swimming from a friend or relative. We all did this once. But such a summer is coming when it is necessary to buy your own. The CDC "strongly discourages people from sharing items that are difficult to disinfect or that should come in contact with their faces." Nose clips and swimming tubes are also considered personal equipment.

When can I take off the mask

We're all tired of wearing masks - but we're afraid of the social interaction that comes with showing our faces. Good news for swimmers: The CDC advises against wearing a mask in the water.

“Cloth face coverings,” the CDC warns, “may make breathing difficult when they are wet.”

And it can be as deadly as a dose of coronavirus.

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