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2007 World Aquatic Health™ Conference
The must-attend conference for everyone working to build healthier lives through aquatics


Every seminar from the 2007 World Aquatic Health™ Conference is available online!
Watch seminars presented by industry professionals, health officials, and leading aquatics researchers.

Access Code Prices
1-4 Seminars
$45/each
5-9 Seminars
$40/each
10+ Seminars
$35/each

Health Benefit Track

Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Coronary Heart Disease Risk Factors in Women and Men Swimmers
~ Steven N. Blair, P.E.D., University of South Carolina (view abstract & bio)
Exercising the Mind: How Water-Based Exercise Can Improve Mental Health
~ John "Jack" S. Raglin, Ph.D., Indiana University (view abstract & bio)
Aquatic Exercise for Better Functional Activities on Land
~ Mary E. Sanders, Ph.D., FACSM, University of Nevada – Reno/WaterFit (view abstract & bio)
A Comparison of Water and Land Therapy Versus Land Therapy on the Outcome of Total Knee Arthroplasty
~ Richard McAvoy, PT, DPT, CSCS, Rehab 3 at Marshbrook (view abstract & bio)
Cool, Warm, and Hot Water Immersion Effects on Cardiac and Circulatory Function
~ Bruce Becker, M.D., M.S., Washington State University (view abstract & bio)

Programming Track

Budgeting for Aquatics. . .Sustainability, A Change Of Attitude
~ Leland Yarger, Ball State University (view abstract & bio)
Working With Teenagers
~ Paul Blake, American Pool Consultants (view abstract & bio)
Make a Splash: Programming Your Aquatic Facility – From Pool to Aquatic Fitness Center
~ Sue Nelson, B.S. ATRI, AEA, USA Swimming (view abstract & bio)
Swimming Outreach: Getting New Populations in the Water
~ John Cruzat, B.S., USA Swimming (view abstract & bio)
Strategies for Overcoming Aquatic Phobias
~ Jeff Krieger, M.S., S.O.A.P. Program (view abstract & bio)
Providing Some Sanity to the Insanity Associated with Running Large Swimming Meets
~ Jonathan B. Smith, Ed.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania (view abstract & bio)

Disinfection By Products (DBP) Track

Disinfection By-Products - Precursors, Reaction Processes, Products, and Prevention
~ Christian Zweiner, Ph.D., Engler-Bunte-Institut (view abstract & bio)
Does Swimming Cause Asthma? A Path Forward
~ Judy S. LaKind, Ph.D., LaKind Associates, LLC (view abstract & bio)
Volatile DBP Formation in Chlorinated Recreational Water
~ Jing Li, Ph.D., Purdue University (view abstract & bio)
UV Photolysis of DBPs in Chlorinated Recreational Water
~ Ernest (Chip) R. Blatchley III, Ph.D., P.E., DEE, Purdue University (view abstract & bio)
Chlorination Byproducts: What are the Health Risks?
~ Robert G. Tardiff, Ph.D., ATS, The Sapphire Group, Inc. (view abstract & bio)

Industrial New Technology Track

Making Filters Better: Some New Approaches to Old Problems
~ Jeff Williams, Ph.D., HaloSource, Inc. (view abstract & bio)
Regenerative Media Filtration Technology Moving Forward
~ Barry Gertz, Neptune-Benson, Inc. (view abstract & bio)
The Health Benefits of DE Filtration in Recreational Water
~ Kimberly Walsh, EP Minerals (view abstract & bio)
Pool/Spa Controller Technology
~ James Tanner and Robert Kappel, Siemens Water Technologies (view abstract & bio)
Health Benefits of UV in Aquatic Facilities
~ Chris Purslow and Tony Leigh, ATG Willand (view abstract & bio)
Automated Water Quality Measurement Technology
~ Pablo F. Navarro, Esq., Chemtrol (view abstract & bio)
Saline Chlorination for Commercial Swimming Pools
~ Steven J. Pearce, ChlorKing, Inc. (view abstract & bio)
Certified Cellulose Filter Media - The Future of Pool Filtration
~ David Oxley, Jack’s Magic (view abstract & bio)
Impact of Ozone as a Portion of Dual Disinfection in Commercial Swimming Pool Water
~ Beth Hamil, DEL Ozone (view abstract & bio)
Indoor Air Quality in Aquatic Facilities
~ Chris Chivetta, PE, Hastings and Chivetta Architects, Inc. (view abstract & bio)

Drowning Prevention & Lifeguarding Track

The Science Behind Lifeguard Practice
~ David Markenson, M.D., FAAP, EMT-P; Lindsay Oaksmith, Senior Associate, American Red Cross (view abstract & bio)
Engineering of the Eye and How It Impacts Lifeguard Scanning
~ John L. Hunsucker, Ph.D., National Aquatic Safety Company (view abstract & bio)
Guarding: The Life-Threatening Problems
~ Michael Oostman , Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. (view abstract & bio)
Defending Against the Two-Edged Sword: Drowning and Litigation
~ Annie Clement, Ph.D., J.D., Saint Leo University (view abstract & bio)
Early Childhood Lessons Prevent Drowning Later
~ Denise L. Haynie, Ph.D., MPH, National Institute of Health (view abstract & bio)
Research Advances in Lifeguarding and Aquatic Health Benefits
~ Stephen J. Langendorfer, Ph.D., Bowling Green State University (view abstract & bio)

Aquatic Facility Design & Risk Reduction Track

Indoor Waterpark / Aquatic Play Feature Design: How to Reduce Public Health Risk
~ Charles M. Neuman, Water Technology, Inc. (view abstract & bio)
Indoor Waterpark Operations: Minimizing Risk for Employees and Guests
~ Franceen Gonzalez, Great Wolf Lodge (view abstract & bio)
Aquatic Play Feature™ Operator Handbook
~ Alex Antoniou, Ph.D., National Swimming Pool Foundation (view abstract & bio)
Success Models from Small Pools to Big Pools
~ Mick Nelson, B.S. M.S., USA Swimming (view abstract & bio)
Preparing for the Future - A Visionary Look at Facility Design
~ D. Scot Hunsaker, Counsilman-Hunsaker & Associates (view abstract & bio)
The Evolution of Mixed Use Facilities: How Health Safety and Programming Have Impacted Successful Designs ~ Dennis Berkshire, Aquatic Design Group (view abstract & bio)

Recreational Water Illness (RWI) Track

Safe Management of Spa Pools: Is Your Spa a Health Hazard?
~ Dr. Susanne Surman-Lee, Health Protection Agency (England) (view abstract & bio)
Association Between Swimming Pool Operator Certification and Pool Chemistries - Nebraska, 2005-2006
~ Bryan F. Buss, DVM, MPH, Nebraska Health and Human Services System (view abstract & bio)
Removing Cryptosporidium Oocysts from Swimming Pools with Sand Filters
~ James E. Amburgey, Ph.D.; Michael J. Arrowood, Ph.D. and Roy R. Fielding, B.A., M.Ed., University of North Carolina - Charlotte (view abstract & bio)
Rashes Associated with Exposure to Aquatic Venues
~ Roy D. Vore, Ph.D., DuPont Chemical Solutions Enterprise (view abstract & bio)
Model Aquatic Health Code and Risk Reduction Plan
~ Douglas C. Sackett, New York State Department of Health (view abstract & bio)
Recreational Water Illness: Lessons from Outbreaks
~ Michael Beach, Ph.D., Centers for Disease Control (view abstract & bio)

Keynote Presentation

Swimming: The Adventure of a Lifetime
~ Debbie Meyer (view abstract & bio)

2007 Conference Proceedings
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