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    Are you sure you quoted Mark J. Nieuwenhuijsen accurately in this article? To wit: “. . . he was surprised to find that [the factors most influencing trihalomethane production in pools] include water temperature, large numbers of swimmers, and high concentrations of organic compounds.” Elevated temperature generally accelerates chemical reactions. More swimmers mean more grunge. […]

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  2. Earth

    Do your bit to fight toxic pool pollution

    New data suggest that showering before a swim in the community pool could help limit the formation of toxic chemicals in the water.

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  3. Health & Medicine

    Diluted smallpox vaccine is potent

    About 15 million doses of smallpox vaccine held by the U.S.