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Date: 8/5/2022
Subject: Hot Topics August 2022
From: Jessica Meath

UPDATES FROM OUR PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Here is an overview of the main projects and amazing initiatives Angelia has been working on recently:

Collaborating with the MAHC Committee to craft the base of the Hot Springs Association's MAHC position paper.
Working on lightning protocols, ADA procedures and audits, and parasites that affect the waters of hot springs facilities and resorts.
Researching WHO and CDC information on monkeypox. A message regarding how to lower the risk of onsite viral transmission has been sent to all HSA members, as well as highlighted on the HSA website.
Reaching out to academic and business experts, both domestically and abroad, to discuss educational initiatives and plan business exchange and networking opportunities.
Working on the Hot Springs Association's forums that are listed on the website under the "Resource" section. Please join us and contribute to the continued growth of our industry!

If you have any questions, recommendations or comments, please do not hesitate to let us know!

REFERENCE MATERIAL ON WATERBORNE DISEASES

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), warm or hot bodies of freshwater can serve as breeding grounds for dangerous parasites. The goal of the Hot Springs Association is to increase awareness of these risks so both guests and staff can have a safer experience at hot springs properties. Read the information on two waterborne diseases highlighted in the document linked below.

Then, please let us know what you are doing to test for these two parasites, as well as the steps you are taking to inform guests of potential risks.

PATHOGENS

LAST CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE WATER AND WELLNESS SURVEY

The Hot Springs Association advocates for a holistic approach to wellness through hydrothermal springs. Our mission is to unify and elevate the hot springs resort and spa industry globally, which starts with an understanding of the existing services offered to guests.

We would appreciate if you could take a few minutes and complete the following questionnaire. This will give us a clearer picture of how we can better assist you. Thank you.

TAKE THE SURVEY

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

If you have a story, news, event or educational content that you would like to share with our members we'd love to hear from you! Just submit your contribution below and we'll review it for inclusion in one of our upcoming newsletters. Please keep stories between 100 and 150 words. Longer stories will be linked to a landing page on the association website. Submissions for the next newsletter must be received by the 1st of the month.

SUBMIT

TECH TIP

Adding the names and contact information for your facilities/maintenance manager and your marketing department helps us better communicate with your team.

Add members of your team to your company membership

Log into your account
In the upper left hand corner click on the down arrow and choose Profile
On your profile page navigate to "More Member Options" in the bottom left corner
Click on "Additional Members in Your Account"
Click on the green + button to add a new company member
Fill out the contact information including the title field

For more information on updating your member profile watch this video.

RECENTLY ADDED

New resources were recently added to the reference library. Check out the links with information on Naegleria Fowleri and sustainable laundry options.

REFERENCE LIBRARY

WORLD WELLNESS WEEKEND

World Wellness Weekend (WWW) encourages venues, groups, associations, federations, visitors bureaus and city officials to organize free, fun and creative wellness activities on the 3rd weekend of September. This year the events will take place on September 16-18, 2022.

How to Participate:

Make sure to organize a fun experiential activity where your team works to help guests celebrate wellness and remind them why your business is the place to be.
Participants will want to join, not just because it is free, but because it is original & meaningful.
Share it on your social media accounts with your hashtag and #worldwellnessweekend #wellnessforall #wellnessbyall #wellnessbeyondborders

You can learn more about WWW by visiting their website, World-Wellness-Weekend.org.