Significance of Fungal Contaminations Control in Indoor Swimming Pools during Summer Season in Yazd Province

Abstract

This letter highlights the risk of cutaneous fungal infections transmitted through indoor swimming pools in Yazd Province during summers. Studies on Yazd pools showed 68.8% surface contamination (1) and 7% dermatophyte positivity including Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Epidermophyton floccosum (2), mainly in changing rooms, saunas, and footbaths. Recommendations include regular environmental health inspections, residual chlorine monitoring (1–3 mg/L), pH control (7.2–7.8), educational posters, staff training, and physician awareness to prevent a silent fungal epidemic.