Golden Opportunity
July/August 2008
The next generation of Olympians is out there, and this summer’s games may inspire them to show up at your pool.

Incidents Point to Inattentive Lifeguards
July/August 2008
Investigations into several incidents at aquatics facilities around the country have raised concerns over the attentiveness and professionalism of pool staffs.

Study Confirms Minority Drowning Danger
July/August 2008
USA Swimming study offers first objective data on the issue.

Dazed and Confused
June 2008
With the clock ticking, CPSC has ruled on the exact requirements for the federal Pool and Spa Safety Act. But confusion remains.

New CPR Guidelines Not for Aquatics
June 2008
Hoping to encourage more bystanders to perform cardiopulmonary respiration, the American Heart Association released new guidelines for the procedure, advising chest-compression-only CPR for adults who suffer a sudden cardiac incident. However, the change, does not apply to children or drowning victims.

Breath-holding Incidents Raise Concerns
June 2008
At least one death prompts calls for greater awareness

N.Y. Resort Battling Norovirus Outbreak
June 2008
More than 500 people were sickened and lawsuits are pending

Staff Appearance: Artistic License?
May 2008
Tattoos and piercings are more popular than ever and operators are setting policies that are hip to the trend.

Crypto-Weary Utah Proposes Strict Codes
May 2008
Hoping to prevent a repeat of the record cryptosporidium outbreaks of last summer, Utah health officials are proposing tough new rules.

CDC Posts New Fecal Response Guidelines
May 2008
New findings prompt changes that may help prevent crypto outbreaks.

Symposium Tackles Drowning Issues
May 2008
The 7th Annual National Drowning Prevention Symposium tackled the new national pool safety law; hyperbaric oxygen treatment; apartment-pool dangers; dealing with grief; and toddler swim lessons.

Chlorine Problems Shut Pools, Injure Patrons
May 2008
In one case more than 40 are hospitalized; problems across the continent.