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Indoor Swimming Pools May Expose Swimmers to Cancer Causing Chemicals

A study published in Environmental Health Perspectives supports the idea that exposure to disinfectant by-products occurs in swimmers swimming in indoor pools. The study looked at 49 swimmers, measuring various blood and exhaled gas values before and after workouts and two weeks later.

Olympic Swim Coach Richard Quick Teams Up With Swim Across America

On February 14th, Swim Across America is hosting a national fundraising event to raise money for cancer research. This event is a tribute to the legendary Olympic coach, Richard Quick, who was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. Swimmers of all ages and ability will swim in Richard’s honor, supporting Swim Across America’s efforts to fight cancer across the country.