How To Treat & Prevent Swimmer's Itch

Check For Public Health Warnings At Beaches

Individuals concerned about contracting swimmer's itch should check for public health warnings at beaches before swimming in the water. Many, but not all, beaches will post signs in the area if a case (or cases) of swimmer's itch has been reported as a result of swimming in local waters. Since not all beaches will post signage warning swimmers of contamination risk, it can also be helpful to talk with other visitors to the beach as well as health officials and park representatives about the conditions of the water before swimming. If there is no signage and no one can provide information regarding the health of the water, a good rule is to avoid swimming in areas with abundant shrubbery and weeds, as these areas attend to attract snails and other wildlife that carry the parasite, increasing the risk for contamination.

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