Elizabeth City, NC – Recreational Water Related Illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs or chemicals found in water bodies such as swimming pools, hot tubs, lakes, rivers, estuaries and oceans. Vibrio infections, E.coli - shiga toxin, Shigellosis, and Cryptosporidiosis are all Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs). These illnesses are more common in summer. RWIs are infections that can be contracted by swallowing, breathing in, or having contact with contaminated water. The most common types of RWIs include gastrointestinal illnesses, skin infections, respiratory infections, and ear infections. These illnesses can be caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
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