Can Hot Tubs Make You Sick?

Hot tubs, while relaxing, pose microbial risks due to their warm, small, and bubbly nature. Common issues include Pseudomonas folliculitis, a skin infection, and Legionella, which can cause pneumonia. Chlorine helps disinfect but is less effective at high temperatures and with more contaminants. Mycobacteria can cause hot tub lung, an allergic reaction. Proper chlorination ensures safety.

What is the most common infection associated with hot tubs?

• Legionnaires' disease

• Hypersensitivity pneumonitis

• Pseudomonas folliculitis

• Common cold

Why is chlorine less effective in hot tubs?

• It evaporates quickly

• It reacts with dirt and sweat

• It is diluted by water

• It is absorbed by the skin

Which bacteria can cause a deadly type of pneumonia when inhaled from hot tubs?

• Pseudomonas aeruginosa

• E. coli

• Mycobacteria

• Legionella

What is hypersensitivity pneumonitis also known as?

• Spa rash

• Jacuzzi fever

• Swimmer's ear

• Hot tub lung

What should you check before using a hot tub to ensure safety?

• The chlorine levels

• The number of people using it

• The temperature of the water

• The size of the tub