Resort pools...are they safe?

Buzz2001 · 07-09-2009, 11:59 AM

Just what you wanted to read before your vacation.

P'ing in The Public Pool: One In Five People Do It A new survey reveals that pool-p'ing is uncomfortably common, but you can take steps to protect yourself.

Click here for the full article.
Peeing in The Public Pool: One In Five People Do It - MSN Health & Fitness - Digestive Health

Keasmom · 07-09-2009, 02:48 PM

A gross but true statistic. My DD's pediatrician calls them cesspools for that reason added to the fact that few pools have the correct level of chlorine to kill the bacterias and viruses. Nasty, but we all still swim in them huh?

NC_WDW_Daddy · 07-10-2009, 10:37 AM

While gross, on the plus side, I believe WDW takes excellent care of their pools.

Veritas · 07-10-2009, 10:40 AM

i think except for the alligators, piranna and mines I think Disney pools are pretty safe...

edwardsfire · 07-10-2009, 04:30 PM

why wouldnt they be safe?
worrying can be a bad bad thing.
Im willing to bet that the chlorine at wdw pools are as good or better than anywhere else.
Even if they arent, we have never had an issue ussng them, no illneses.

Tim · 07-10-2009, 06:02 PM

People have been urinating in pools since the dawn of time. That's why PH levels in the pools are always measured to ensure the right amount of chlorine is in there in order to kill the bacteria. It's really not as bad as you might think, since the chlorine kills the germs, it's just a common thing when it comes to swimming. As far as overall safety, the lifeguards watch the pools like hawks, and the water isn't all that deep. As far as the urine, nothing you can do about it anyways so it's not even worth thinking about it.

mini-V · 07-11-2009, 10:27 PM

I understand the concerns of swimming in public pools - anywhere. I was really glad to get back to our own pool after swimming in the resort pool at our timeshare in Utah. Ugh!

suznels · 07-12-2009, 12:32 PM

While it is gross, I have several nurse friends who all assure me that urine is sterile so I'm guessing it's not going to make anyone sick.

Tim · 07-12-2009, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suznels

While it is gross, I have several nurse friends who all assure me that urine is sterile so I'm guessing it's not going to make anyone sick.

Believe it or not, you can drink it it's so sterile. In the outback, if you get stung, bitten, etc. you can urinate on the wound to neutralize the sting. Not sure it's very tasty but if it saves your life....

mickeymatt · 07-18-2009, 01:14 PM

Seriously though. I've been swimming in public pools all my life and I don't ever remember getting ill afterwards. Anyone else?

Spodie · 07-18-2009, 03:37 PM

Meh, I keep hearing that everything is discusting. Everything from elevator buttons to door handles to lemons at restaurants to microwaves, everything seems to be the next thing that will kill us all. But none of them have, probably because we all have immune systems - that's what they're there for. If I was worried about it, then I'd walk around in a plastic bubble.

beja · 08-17-2009, 03:43 PM

I've never had a problem as a result of swimming in a public pool. With people from all over the world visiting WDW, your exposure to new germs is probably off of the charts. When you consider how many people have touched the safety bars and handrails before you, it could be rather frightening. I just make sure to wash my hands before each meal. It's a great way to build up my immunity, lol.

elvistelth · 08-17-2009, 07:18 PM

If you're afraid of a high urine content stay out of the kiddie pool.

firemedic · 08-18-2009, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beja

I've never had a problem as a result of swimming in a public pool. With people from all over the world visiting WDW, your exposure to new germs is probably off of the charts. When you consider how many people have touched the safety bars and handrails before you, it could be rather frightening. I just make sure to wash my hands before each meal. It's a great way to build up my immunity, lol.

LOL!! Very good point! When you consider everything else that you touch during the day, the pool is probably the cleaner of them all. You're right though, handwashing is the best prevention.

Chrissy&Tayen · 08-18-2009, 09:34 AM

when it comes to pools the only thing that bothers me.. is diapers on kids.. i have never took my daughter to a public pool before she was potty trained.. i dont even trust the swimmers diapers.. because babies cant control when they go No.2

07-09-2009, 11:59 AM	#1
Buzz2001 C-Ticket Holder Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 138	Resort pools...are they safe? Just what you wanted to read before your vacation. P'ing in The Public Pool: One In Five People Do It A new survey reveals that pool-p'ing is uncomfortably common, but you can take steps to protect yourself. Click here for the full article. Peeing in The Public Pool: One In Five People Do It - MSN Health & Fitness - Digestive Health __________________ buzz2001's Unofficial Coronado Springs Resort Website Check out the CSR forums!

07-09-2009, 02:48 PM	#2
Keasmom DisneyWorldTrivia.com Lifetime Pass Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The Wishing Place Posts: 15,895	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? A gross but true statistic. My DD's pediatrician calls them cesspools for that reason added to the fact that few pools have the correct level of chlorine to kill the bacterias and viruses. Nasty, but we all still swim in them huh? __________________ P.U.S.H.-A mantra MOST will not understand. Disney rocks, Walt was a genius.

07-10-2009, 10:37 AM	#3
NC_WDW_Daddy Annual Passholder Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Richlands, NC Posts: 3,158	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? While gross, on the plus side, I believe WDW takes excellent care of their pools.

07-10-2009, 10:40 AM	#4
Veritas Real Men Dig the Mouse Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 4,401	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? i think except for the alligators, piranna and mines I think Disney pools are pretty safe... __________________ Veri S&B LLC WHAFTFCOL SITTM, No Retreat, No Surrender! Our Highly Trained Experts Are Always Prepared To "Assist" You.

07-10-2009, 04:30 PM	#5
edwardsfire C-Ticket Holder Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ohio Posts: 180	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? why wouldnt they be safe? worrying can be a bad bad thing. Im willing to bet that the chlorine at wdw pools are as good or better than anywhere else. Even if they arent, we have never had an issue ussng them, no illneses.

07-10-2009, 06:02 PM	#6
Tim D-Ticket Holder Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 227	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? People have been urinating in pools since the dawn of time. That's why PH levels in the pools are always measured to ensure the right amount of chlorine is in there in order to kill the bacteria. It's really not as bad as you might think, since the chlorine kills the germs, it's just a common thing when it comes to swimming. As far as overall safety, the lifeguards watch the pools like hawks, and the water isn't all that deep. As far as the urine, nothing you can do about it anyways so it's not even worth thinking about it. __________________ Tim

07-11-2009, 10:27 PM	#7
mini-V Home at last near Mickey! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Mickey's backyard Posts: 8,950	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? I understand the concerns of swimming in public pools - anywhere. I was really glad to get back to our own pool after swimming in the resort pool at our timeshare in Utah. Ugh! __________________ mini-V What will you celebrate? Adult daycare for the kid inside you.

07-12-2009, 12:32 PM	#8
suznels B-Ticket Holder Join Date: May 2007 Location: Western NY Posts: 71	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? While it is gross, I have several nurse friends who all assure me that urine is sterile so I'm guessing it's not going to make anyone sick. __________________ Suzie

07-18-2009, 01:14 PM	#10
mickeymatt B-Ticket Holder Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 77	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? Seriously though. I've been swimming in public pools all my life and I don't ever remember getting ill afterwards. Anyone else?

07-18-2009, 03:37 PM	#11
Spodie Fastpass Holder Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 590	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? Meh, I keep hearing that everything is discusting. Everything from elevator buttons to door handles to lemons at restaurants to microwaves, everything seems to be the next thing that will kill us all. But none of them have, probably because we all have immune systems - that's what they're there for. If I was worried about it, then I'd walk around in a plastic bubble. __________________ ~Ashleigh

08-17-2009, 03:43 PM	#12
beja C-Ticket Holder Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 154	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? I've never had a problem as a result of swimming in a public pool. With people from all over the world visiting WDW, your exposure to new germs is probably off of the charts. When you consider how many people have touched the safety bars and handrails before you, it could be rather frightening. I just make sure to wash my hands before each meal. It's a great way to build up my immunity, lol. __________________ Oct 99 OS\|May 00 OS\|Dec 00 OS\|Aug 03 OS\|May 05 AS\|Oct 06 CB\|Nov 07 POFQ\|Nov 08 POFQ\|Nov 09 CS

08-17-2009, 07:18 PM	#13
elvistelth Unfortunately, this user's actions have resulted in him/her being BANNED from the site Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ft. Liquordale Posts: 1,178	Re: Resort pools...are they safe? If you're afraid of a high urine content stay out of the kiddie pool.

08-18-2009, 09:34 AM	#15
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