DR Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic

[GoodLife]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.

[jet10s]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.
THEN DON'T GO TO THE POOLS -- no one is dragging you there

[GoodLife]

THEN DON'T GO TO THE POOLS -- no one is dragging you there

No need to yell, just putting the info out there. Hard to tell what to believe. I have my own pool :icon_wink:

[zonerboy]

There is going to be “fecal shedding” in swimming pools whether or not there is a corona virus pandemic.

[New Englander]

There is going to be “fecal shedding” in swimming pools whether or not there is a corona virus pandemic.

Do you think people are dropping a chalupa in the pool? :22yikes:

[Altavia]

Diluted by a 20,000 gallons of chlorinated water..

I'd be (am) much more concerned about public restrooms.

[smacquart]

There is going to be “fecal shedding” in swimming pools whether or not there is a corona virus pandemic.
I bet there always is...and other “stuff” too. It always put me off swimming - in spite of what people say about chorine!

[Girlcopper]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.
Swimming pools have been said to always be safe due to the chlorine. You should know by now that 90% of news is false so why do you continue to believe everything? How about you just bubble wrap yourself and live in a cave? Thats the only way to avoud germs

[Leadbone1]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.

Then Dr. Ezike need not show up at our pools. Also, why would anyone give up their freedoms or amenities because some doctor said something? There are always people out there trying to control your life!

[Russp]

Read the statement. Mostly because of the locker rooms not the water. Just another way to spread fear to thevillages. Stay home instead of posting. ������️������������

[Travelhunter]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.
So much disinformation
Modified by conflicting information
And sometimes 180 degree turnarounds

[Bikeracer2009]

A study has found the coronavirus in pollution particles. I don't have a link to that study to add. Other studies have shown the infection rate is at least 25% higher than the data shows. I don't have links to for this either. I'm also not doctor or scientist.

I plan on going to the pool when they open but I won't go under the water. I'll cool off by going in to chest height and then use the pool shower to rinse off. The UV rays will hopefully kill what the chlorine doesn't kill. I do not had any data to support my plan and I don't recommend anyone injecting or inhaling chlorine or using UV light inside their body.

[Travelhunter]

Swimming pools have been said to always be safe due to the chlorine. You should know by now that 90% of news is false so why do you continue to believe everything? How about you just bubble wrap yourselfe and live in a cave? Thats the only way to avoud germs
I think most of the villages pools are “saltwater”
Not sure if that’s as good as chlorine

[Travelhunter]

Then Dr. Ezike need not show up at our pools. Also, why would anyone give up their freedoms or amenities because some doctor said something? There are always people out there trying to control your life!
I am more than willing to give up “amenities” if I not going to spread the corona virus to others who might become ill and perhaps die.

[HimandMe]

Not a nice thought to put in my head this morning....glad there is chlorine.

[edp411@yahoo.com]

Dr WHO ?

[yabbadu]

Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’

Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

CDC says:

There is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread to humans through the use of pools and hot tubs. Proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection (e.g., with chlorine and bromine) of pools and hot tubs should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

"should"

Who knows what to trust.

Who is this Doctor??????????

[Tennisbum]

The obvious solution, stop watching CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, see a common thread here? Their job is to get you to watch more fluff. I'm a doctor, I'm on TV listen to me! BS! The same clowns that said you could get it swimming in the ocean! Really? An old wise man once said, We have nothing to fear, but fear itself!

[davem4616]

most likely there's more danger going into the ocean with all the crap that gets thrown into that body of water

we don't even think about swimming in a fresh water lake or pond down here.....aside from the quality of the water itself, there's a gator population in every one of them

[Bay Kid]

My ex wife knew it all.

[davem4616]

The obvious solution, stop watching CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, see a common thread here? Their job is to get you to watch more fluff. I'm a doctor, I'm on TV listen to me! BS! The same clowns that said you could get it swimming in the ocean! Really? An old wise man once said, We have nothing to fear, but fear itself!


I fear you may be right (oops)

[Guitarman1951]

Well, think about all the fecal matter and other stuff like rotting fish, bird droppings, etc, in lakes and the ocean!?!? Me thinks swimming pool water might be better but still, I certainly don't feel the need to get in the soup either way!! 😊

[ts12755]

Just announced 99.2% of those that died in NY had underlying illness. If you already have an illness, stay home.

[ellenwelsh]

I just Googled dr ezike. She’s a pediatrician and her patient base likely has fecal shedding in swimming pools. We are not in her patient base, we are adults.

[Love2Swim]

I am more than willing to give up “amenities” if I not going to spread the corona virus to others who might become ill and perhaps die.

Thank you. At least one sane person in this bunch.

[arbajeda]

Brings to mind the clip from "Caddy Shack":

Classic "Caddy Shack" doodie in pool- Hilarious! - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPxiXGr9nFM)

[Stu from NYC]

Guess we should be content to sit at home forever than.

Will probably wait a few weeks and see how going into pools seems to be working out.

[theruizs]

‘Fecal Shedding’

That is the nastiest term I have heard through this whole mess! :yuck:

[jmpalladino]

The obvious solution, stop watching CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, see a common thread here? Their job is to get you to watch more fluff. I'm a doctor, I'm on TV listen to me! BS! The same clowns that said you could get it swimming in the ocean! Really? An old wise man once said, We have nothing to fear, but fear itself!
I noted you left out one Network FOX!

[bumpygreens]

This makes me think of a scene from "Caddyshack" -- Bill Murray and the Baby Ruth bar.

[kendi]

Do you think people are dropping a chalupa in the pool? :22yikes:

:1rotfl:

[roscoguy]

The obvious solution, stop watching CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, see a common thread here? Their job is to get you to watch more fluff. I'm a doctor, I'm on TV listen to me! BS! The same clowns that said you could get it swimming in the ocean! Really? An old wise man once said, We have nothing to fear, but fear itself!

Why is it "fluff" when the Illinois Department of Public Health Director explains why "swimming pools should not be opened for now".
She said that there were also "...a myriad of reasons, that wouldn’t be conducive to promoting social distancing and decreasing community spread".
Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

Somehow I must have missed it when CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC & NBC said you could "get it swimming in the ocean". Could you possibly share your source? Are you sure it wasn't one of the 'alternative facts' clowns?

[chrisinva]

////

[Chi-Town]

This makes me think of a scene from "Caddyshack" -- Bill Murray and the Baby Ruth bar.

Me too.

Classic "Caddy Shack" doodie in pool- Hilarious! - YouTube (https://youtu.be/TPxiXGr9nFM)

[Altavia]

She was being sarcastic "Ezike said, barely able to stop herself from laughing as she did so."

And went on to say locker rooms was the risk area.

[Bogie Shooter]

The obvious solution, stop watching CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC, NBC, see a common thread here? Their job is to get you to watch more fluff. I'm a doctor, I'm on TV listen to me! BS! The same clowns that said you could get it swimming in the ocean! Really? An old wise man once said, We have nothing to fear, but fear itself!

You missed FOX.....

[GoodLife]

Why is it "fluff" when the Illinois Department of Public Health Director explains why "swimming pools should not be opened for now".
She said that there were also "...a myriad of reasons, that wouldn’t be conducive to promoting social distancing and decreasing community spread".
Dr. Ezike: Swimming Pools Are Not Safe To Use During Coronavirus Pandemic Because Of ‘Fecal Shedding’ (https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/dr-ezike-swimming-pools-are-not-safe-to-use-during-coronavirus-pandemic-because-of-fecal-shedding/ar-BB136OEE)

Somehow I must have missed it when CNN, MSNBC, PBS, ABC & NBC said you could "get it swimming in the ocean". Could you possibly share your source? Are you sure it wasn't one of the 'alternative facts' clowns?

Thanks, I was about to post who Dr Ezike is for those that never seem to read the links posted. I also posted the CDC guidance which says it should be safe. I am rewarded with posts advising me to shut up and wrap myself in bubble wrap. :a040::a040:

Fecal shedding can be produced by anyone of any age, not just infants.

[eyc234]

:faint: So again logical thought processes are blunted. If this is so bad then it would have to be multiplied by thousands of times by taking a bath. Fecal is fecal whether yours or someone else and guarantee there is far less chemicals in bath water than in a swimming pool. Pools are cleaned on a daily basis doubt that the majority of people clean their bathtubs or showers daily.

[bumpygreens]

Depends.....

[karostay]

Lots of crap experts

[Ronlynch@comcast.net]

Oh No!! Caddy Shack!

[Westie Man]

Brings to mind the clip from "Caddy Shack":

Classic "Caddy Shack" doodie in pool- Hilarious! - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPxiXGr9nFM)

More dangerous from the chlorine

[ficoguy]

Fecal shedding applies to herds of cows and cattle

[New Englander]

I could be wrong, but I don't think TV uses chlorine in the pools. I think they use something else to control bacteria.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

I notice you don’t put Fox News up there with stations not to watch

[Rosie1950]

Oh No!! Caddy Shack!
My first thought also.
Fecal shedding OH grossed me out. However I have been to the pools in the past and if I knew about this I think I would be more worried about E-COLI. (Which does live in fecal matter) NEVER got sick from anything after leaving the pools.

[boobear51751]

Should is not a very scientific word nor does it give one the sense of obsolete security. Keep the pools closed for the sake of all of the residence. You don't need to get into a public bath tub right now and exchange body fluids and germs.

[Buckeye Bob]

No need to yell, just putting the info out there. Hard to tell what to believe. I have my own pool :icon_wink:

If you believe this, you shouldn't even use your own pool.

[Topspinmo]

Swimming pools have been said to always be safe due to the chlorine. You should know by now that 90% of news is false so why do you continue to believe everything? How about you just bubble wrap yourself and live in a cave? Thats the only way to avoud germs

Bubble wrapping not air tight, only protects against sudden stops, drops, or pressure :icon_wink:

[GoodLife]

If you believe this, you shouldn't even use your own pool.

If you catch the virus from yourself, you already have it. I was wondering if safe to invite the neighbors.

[vinnyfla]

I don't think our pools are saltwater, at least I never heard of that?

[merrymini]

The pools are not salt water. They may use a different form of chlorine. How many people pee in the pool? Yuk!

[zonerboy]

Just announced 99.2% of those that died in NY had underlying illness. If you already have an illness, stay home.

And 99.2% of them had previously been in a swimming pool.

[cheweycat]

And the world is flat. Why can’t you believe sciene?

[CFrance]

Do you think people are dropping a chalupa in the pool? :22yikes:
You owe me a new keyboard.

[yankygrl]

As a nurse, I have not once ever heard from anyone that COVID 19 is spread anyway other then DROPLET. Fecal shedding is not droplet. The pools are either chlorine or bromine.

[Two Bills]

"It's no big deal!"

[72lions]

I think most of the villages pools are “saltwater”
Not sure if that’s as good as chlorine

Salt water pools are chlorinated via the salt, since half the construction of a salt is chlorine.

[MandoMan]

I think most of the villages pools are “saltwater”
Not sure if that’s as good as chlorine

Salt is Sodium Chloride. In water, it breaks apart into sodium and chlorine ions. Thus, a salt water pool is also disinfected with chlorine. The difference is that the chlorine is not poured into the pool as a liquid. It’s nowhere near as salty as sea water, though.

[Frisbee flyer]

Do you think people are dropping a chalupa in the pool? :22yikes:
Chalupas float. Then the skimmers get 'em. So, no worries...

[MandoMan]

Who is this Doctor??????????

“Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike.” She’s from Nigeria, or her mother is. She has a degree in Chemistry from Harvard and got her MD from UC San Diego. There are definitely pools with lots of little kids in Chicago I would avoid because of “fecal shedding”, but I wouldn’t avoid pools in The Villages because of that. After all, there is no shortage of toilet paper!

She may be right to see locker rooms and toilets in locker rooms as a larger potential hazard. For extra safety, keep six feet away from people in the pools and just talk louder. Also, the pools that don’t allow children might be a little safer. But I think the water is safe. It’s probably safe enough to drink.

[mjpuleo]

I agree with you Zonerboy--with all the seniors in the pool it is inevitable and that is why I stay away from the pools. Thank you for putting that out there.

[mjpuleo]

this is not a matter of being denied amenities, it's a matter of life and death and no one is telling anyone what to do, because no one knows for sure, just use your own discretion

[New Englander]

The pools are not salt water. They may use a different form of chlorine. How many people pee in the pool? Yuk!


We're not suppose to? No-one ever told me that.

[bmit16]

Based on that philosophy, you probably should not take a bath or shower either. If you say isolated and sterile, your natural immunities are going to suffer and when you do decide that you have been suppressed enough by the government and venture out, you are going to puck up every bug out there because your system will have become immune deficient.

[CarolSells]

Based on that philosophy, you probably should not take a bath or shower either. If you say isolated and sterile, your natural immunities are going to suffer and when you do decide that you have been suppressed enough by the government and venture out, you are going to puck up every bug out there because your system will have become immune deficient.

Thank you. And guess what the result will be. A big spike in diseases, and perhaps deaths, that will all be reclassified as COVID19 new wave cases.

[roscoguy]

Based on that philosophy, you probably should not take a bath or shower either. If you say isolated and sterile, your natural immunities are going to suffer and when you do decide that you have been suppressed enough by the government and venture out, you are going to puck up every bug out there because your system will have become immune deficient.

If your current philosophy promotes batheing or showering with strangers in order to boost your immunity, you may need to consult your Doctor for advice. Or your Mom. :shocked:

[Travelhunter]

Guess we should be content to sit at home forever than.

Will probably wait a few weeks and see how going into pools seems to be working out.
You can go first
Let us know how it works out

[Travelhunter]

Salt is Sodium Chloride. In water, it breaks apart into sodium and chlorine ions. Thus, a salt water pool is also disinfected with chlorine. The difference is that the chlorine is not poured into the pool as a liquid. It’s nowhere near as salty as sea water, though.
Thank you I learned something

[JoMar]

Swimming pools have been said to always be safe due to the chlorine. You should know by now that 90% of news is false so why do you continue to believe everything? How about you just bubble wrap yourself and live in a cave? Thats the only way to avoud germs

But do you know who touched that bubble wrap and were they wearing a mask and gloves :)

[coffeebean]

I think most of the villages pools are “saltwater”
Not sure if that’s as good as chlorine

The salt is converted to chlorine in The Villages' filter system so, there is chlorine in the water.

[npwalters]

I, for one, am glad to see so many reluctant to use the pools. The pool I frequent has been uncrowded and very pleasant this week.