Enteric Bacteria: it is transported by storm water and sewage
run-off; the beaches become contaminated with fecal pollution,
known as enterococci. The bacteria contaminates the intestinal
tracts of humans and animals. Legionnaire’s disease: a
respiratory illness that grows in warm waters; it’s a form of
pneumonia and is contracted when one inhales mist or vapor that
is contaminated with the bacteria; it causes high fever, muscle
aches and coughing. Oil Spill Related Illnesses: dermatitis and
other skin infections can be contracted following dermal contact
with oil or dispersants. Swimmer’s Ear (Otitis Externa): an
infection of the external auditory canal that is often
contracted during the summer in humid environments; disturbs the
skin’s ability to serve as a barrier. Gastroenteritis: cause
diarrhea, which can be contracted from cryptosporidium, giardia,
shigella, e.coli and norovirus. Swimmer’s Itch (Schistosome
cercarial dermatitis): an itchy rash that is caused by
parasites; trematode parasites move from