That means that most pools are not inspected by officials. In Washington state, for instance, all pools other than private ones limited to use by up to two-unit dwellings are regulated by the state, whose rules include design and water-quality standards.īut in Idaho, pools have been deregulated since 2002, when the Legislature excluded pools at hotels and health clubs from the definition of a “public swimming pool” to exempt them from mandatory testing and inspections, according to previous Statesman reporting. Generally, public pools - meaning municipally operated pools or pools at hotels or gyms that are open to the public - are regulated by local health agencies in the U.S. Loveless said “no existing threats or concerns are present,” and that the gym remains open. “It’s all accusations,” the employee said.Ĭrunch Fitness’s corporate headquarters did not respond to a request for comment. What does Crunch Fitness say?Ī Crunch Fitness employee who declined to give their name told the Statesman by phone that “There’s nothing in our facility that’s been proven.” He said the investigation has been closed. “At this point in time, Central District Health does not believe there is any ongoing risk to the public or any of the members using the gym,” Loveless said in a statement Monday. The bacteria usually get into the body when people breathe in small droplets of water that contain the pathogen. “The most likely sources of infection include water used for showering, hot tubs, decorative fountains, and cooling towers.” “Outbreaks are commonly associated with buildings or structures that have complex water systems, like hotels and resorts, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and cruise ships,” according to the CDC. Legionella bacteria are found naturally in freshwater, and they can get into plumbing.
People over 50, smokers, and people with chronic lung disease, weak immune systems or cancer are at increased risk. About one in 10 people who contract it will die, the CDC says. It commonly causes coughing, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches and headaches, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. What is Legionnaires’ disease?Ī type of pneumonia, the disease is caused by Legionella bacteria. Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease have been reported by patrons at the Crunch Fitness along State Street in Boise.
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