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Sonia Dent RN, MSN, MBA
Certainly by today you have been have seen on the news, read something in print, or been involved in a conversation with someone discussing the controversial enacted health care law. And the constant question on everyone’s mind is, “How is this law going to affect me?” Whether you are a child, senior, business or healthcare provider, this law touches every American. Some changes take place immediately while others will be put into place over the next few years.
Pool water chemistry is something that baffles many homeowners caring for their backyard pools. It is vital to keep an adequate level of certain chemicals to create pristine, safe swimming water.
One of the most important tools to have is a pool/spa test kit. Sometimes pool packages will come with a basic test kit that measures for chlorine and pH only. This isn't really adequate for most people's needs.