One expert nicknamed it "Poolmageddon," but don't fear, there are alternatives to chlorine Swimmers may have to wait a little while longer before diving into summer. The United States is experiencing ...

Chlorine is an inorganic chemical that’s used to prevent the growth of microorganisms in the water in swimming pools and hot tubs. It’s usually added at extremely low concentrations to kill the ...

There’s almost nothing better than a refreshing dip in the pool in the summer. It might be tempting to dive right in, hair and all, but there’s reason to believe you should think twice about this.

Sanitizing as part of preventive controls is a requirement of food processing facilities. But, when microorganisms like E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus Aureus and others persist, ...

If you’ve ever experienced dry, tight skin after swimming in a pool, chances are it’s due to the chemical that’s helping to keep the water clean: chlorine. For many, the substance causes a mild case ...

Exposure to chlorine can cause a dry, sore rash that may burn or itch. Over-the-counter products such as hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines can help treat the rash. Chlorine is a chemical people ...

There's chlorine in your drinking water, America. Or maybe there's a different chlorine compound called chloramine. This isn't meant to alarm you, though of course it's alarming to many. An entire ...

Few chemicals are as familiar as table salt. The white crystals are the most common food seasoning in the world and an essential part of the human diet. Sodium chloride is chemically very stable - but ...

Summer is around the corner, but anyone who is looking forward to a refreshing dip in the pool to cool off may be in for a big “shock.” A chlorine shortage may make it more difficult for pool owners ...

There are so many upsides to pool season—fun in the sun, exercise, and welcome, cooling dips on a hot summer day. But one downside is the chemicals used to treat pool water—they easily weigh strands ...