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  • Overview of a national voluntary program focused on recreational water safety.

    • Main Results:

    • A near quadrupling of disease outbreaks from aquatic venues, exceeding 40 annually.
    • Cryptosporidium confirmed as the leading cause of diarrheal outbreaks in swimming pools.
    • Initiation of a national voluntary effort to address recreational water-related health risks.

    Conclusions:

    • The rise in aquatic venue outbreaks necessitates urgent public health interventions.
    • Effective control of Cryptosporidium is crucial for preventing swimming pool outbreaks.
    • The national voluntary effort represents a proactive strategy to improve safety and reduce disease transmission in recreational waters.