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  2. Here’s why open-water swimming can be risky, even for ... - AOL

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    In many open-water swim events, Sempsrott said, a major stressor to an athlete’s heart happens at the beginning of a race, when many swimmers are starting the race at the same time.

  3. Swimming-induced pulmonary edema - Wikipedia

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    SIPE is estimated to occur in 1-2% of competitive open-water swimmers, with 1.4% of triathletes, [2] 1.8% of combat swimmers and 1.1% of divers and swimmers [4] reported in the literature. Fatal cases can be mistaken for drowning because in both SIPE and drowning the lungs are heavy and filled with fluid, so post mortem findings may be similar.

  4. The beauty — and benefits — of wild swimming - AOL

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    The “wild swimming” trend — aka open-water swimming, or taking dips in lakes, rivers, streams or even the sea — isn't exactly new. Still, it has been increasing in popularity over the past ...

  5. Diving disorders - Wikipedia

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    This problem can be aggravated by cold water, stress, and strong water movement, and can be reduced by use of custom mouthpieces with longer and more rigid bite grip surfaces, which allow better support of the second stage with less effort. [46] Leg and foot cramps may be caused by unaccustomed exercise, cold, or ill-fitting fins. [citation needed]

  6. 'Swimming may cause illness.' Popular Cape Cod beach ... - AOL

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    A sign at the beach on Wednesday morning warned visitors that "Swimming may cause illness." According to the Facebook post, samples collected by Seashore staff prompted the closing.

  7. Waterborne disease - Wikipedia

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    Waterborne diseases are conditions (meaning adverse effects on human health, such as death, disability, illness or disorders) [1]: 47 caused by pathogenic micro-organisms that are transmitted by water. These diseases can be spread while bathing, washing, drinking water, or by eating food exposed to contaminated water. [2]