Contaminated Sand May Make Beachgoers Sick, MPH Program’s Schaffner comments
When beaches are closed due to pollution, a few fearless beachgoers may think that they're safe as long as they remain on land. But a newly published study says even the sand may not be safe from dangerous bacteria, and can potentially recontaminate the water. William Schaffner, M.D., professor of preventive medicine and health policy and medical director for the National Foundation for Infectious, comments on the surprising findings.