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While pools are fun on summer days, the chemicals used for them can harm you if not handled properly

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OAK HILL, WV (WOAY)- As the summer rolls on, many will be looking to beat the heat by jumping in the pool. However, according to the CDC, pool chemicals can injure people when mixed together or when appropriate personal protective equipment is not used when handling them. Here are some important things to keep in mind. Make sure to store chemicals in compliance with local or state building and fire codes. Pool chemicals should be stored below 95…
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Chlorine is an essential chemical to preserve the hygiene and disinfection of the water in the pools. The problem is that exposure to it during the long days in the pool can have health consequences, in particular on the skin and teeth. If we speak of the skin, Dr. Cristina Villegas, head of the Dermatology Service of the Hospital Universitario Sanitas La Moraleja explains that "this chemical element can cause irritations in the skin, especially…

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WOAY-TV broke the news in on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
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