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Exposure to Polluted Beach Water Can Make You Sick

"Exposure to bacteria, viruses and parasites in contaminated beachwater can cause a wide range of diseases, including ear, nose and eye infections; gastroenteritis; hepatitis; encephalitis; skin rashes; and respiratory illnesses." - excerpt from the Natural Resources Defense Council web page on Beach Pollution FAQs

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