Recreational Water Illness

As summer approaches, you'll soon be making your way to the pools, ponds and rivers of Connecticut. But there are some things you need to know to help keep you from getting sick once you get there.

Common water illnesses show symptoms like a head or stomach ache, or an ear infection. These illnesses can be caused by E.Coli and other micro-organisms found in the water system.

Crossroads reporter Stephanie Valickis explored the common swimming areas of Connecticut, and has tips on where to go this summer, and how to avoid a nasty bug.

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