How to Avoid the Itch

• If possible, swim only in deep water and avoid swimming in the shallows. 
• Swim in the later hours of the day as opposed to swimming in the morning or early afternoon. Last year’s research on “time of day” revealed the itch can be at a high level in the morning. 
• 2017 research revealed that Swimmer’s Itch is less intense in the later weeks of summer as opposed to the early weeks. 

If you do get a case of Swimmer’s Itch, remember–it is not a dangerous disease and using a topical cream with cortisone will bring relief from itching.

Please continue to report your Swimmer’s Itch cases at www.glenlakeassociation.org.

Thank you!