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But don’t stop there: The CDC encourages cruise passengers to do their own safety checks using hot-tub test strips, which you can get at Amazon, Lowe’s or Home Depot for around $10.

“Travelers can use test strips to test hot tub water to find out if the hot tub is being properly operated,” the CDC spokesperson added. 3.

Private hot tubs in cruise ship staterooms were found to be the source of disease outbreak by the CDC. Hot tubs on guests' private balconies caused 12 separate causes of Legionnaire's disease.

Hot tubs are notoriously maintenance-heavy, but this one has been relatively simple for a newbie like me. You’re supposed to check the tub with test strips daily and adjust the water as ...

Alternatively, test strips to check the chlorine, bromine and pH levels can be purchased at hardware, pool supply or similar stores. Follow these guidelines: Chlorine should be at least 3 ppm (parts ...

Shop the bestselling Segmart Inflatable Hot Tub at Walmart for only $410. It's great for spending summer in the backyard.

Hot tubs can evoke relaxation, but there are also some safety issues to consider. Like swimming pools, hot tubs need to be kept clean and sterilized to prevent germ-causing health issues.

Start by using a hot tub test strip to see if the various levels are where they're supposed to be. An ideal pH balance is between 7.2 and 7.6, while alkalinity levels should be between 80 and 120 ...

You finally find an ingenious way to repurpose your hot tub to stay cool in the summer months and get ready for a refreshing soak. To ensure all goes well and you enjoy some uninterrupted me-time ...