Aquatics International provides breaking news, industry insight and more. http://www.aquaticsintl.com Ahead of the March 15 compliance deadline, the Department of Justice has issued an interpretation of the Americans with Disabilities Act revised 2010 standards that shoots down many facilities’ compliance plans involving portable lifts. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_poollifts.html Some Red Cross providers remain frustrated with costs and customer service despite lower swim fees announced earlier this month. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_fees.html The ADA has not fueled an overwhelming rush to meet the deadline. What’s more, service technicians seem reluctant to do the work. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_ada.html New research shows that regular swimming exercise can improve vascular health and lower blood pressure. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_vascular.html The Belgian Superior Health Council has concluded that a series of studies published by a team of Belgian researchers does not provide clear evidence that swimming in chlorinated pools poses an asthma risk. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_asthma.html Drowning prevention efforts are beginning to stretch outside the bounds of aquatics. New information, studies, ideas and causes are emerging from a diverse group of experts, which could have a significant impact on preventive strategies. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_reaching.html A class action lawsuit has been filed in New York State, stemming from a 2008 norovirus outbreak at the Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark in Queensbury. This lawsuit may involve as many as 2,700 people. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_outbreak.html It’s still too early to predict overall seasonal trends, but pool builders across the country are reporting new activity on the commercial front. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_commercial.html Responding to months of criticism over increased learn-to-swim fees, the American Red Cross announced it will significantly reduce those costs. The new structure includes two price tiers, and incentives to offer additional Red Cross training. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/mar/1203n_redcross.html Officials at the American Red Cross are reviewing results of a survey meant to address concerns over a new pricing structure. The survey asked providers for feedback on learn-to-swim programs, and it may mean price changes. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/feb/1202n_redcross.html In the wake of the 2010 death of Fran Crippen, the United States Lifesaving Association is looking to update its guidelines on open water swimming event safety. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/feb/1202n_openwater.html As the economy bounces back, it appears that new aquatic projects are likely to show up in some relatively unexpected places. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/feb/1202n_economy.html Two former Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation managers are charged with reckless endangerment of a child, in connection with a 2011 drowning death. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/feb/1202n_mass.html The American Red Cross will launch its updated lifeguard training program next month amid lingering customer tension and defection caused by an abrupt pricing policy change in July. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/jan/1201n_arc.html Many service technicians are no longer comfortable performing work meant to bring about compliance with the Virginia Graeme Baker Act. Some avoid it as much as possible. http://www.aquaticsintl.com/2012/jan/1201n_vgb.html