I look at it a different way: there will always be gross stuff in pools.
Thats why we put chlorine in them.
Your red eyes meanthe chlorine is working.
Those irritating chloramines result from chlorine binding to just about anything, including sweat and personal care products.
Heres another bit of news that will shock non-parents: All those swim diapers the kids are wearing?
Theydont do anything to keep pee out of the pool.
Urine goes right through.
Is this enough to make you flee the pool and head for the beach?
(What, you thought fish got out to use little fishy porta-potties?)
Germs are a small but real risk.
Is the fun of swimming worth it?
For most of us, yes.
