June 18, 2016
Summer’s here – so is swimmer’s ear. 4 tips to treat and prevent it
By Amy Albin
For many kids, spending hours in the water this summer can bring on a painful infection of the external ear canal called swimmer’s ear. One study published in the journal Environmental Health estimated that there are at least 128 million swimming events in natural waters in the U.S. each year. This exposure could result in […]
Tags: childrens health, Dr. Nina Shapiro, head and neck surgery, pediatric otolaryngology, swimmer’s ear
May 25, 2016
Kiddie pools pose drowning hazards. Here’s how to keep kids safe
By Amy Albin
Big backyard swimming pools aren’t the only source of drownings. Those seemingly safe small, inflatable “kiddie” pools can be just as dangerous. “When we think of pool risks, we think of the big pools, complete with deep-ends, diving boards, and swim parties,” said Dr. Nina Shapiro, a professor of head and neck surgery and director […]
Tags: childrens health, Dr. Nina Shapiro, kiddie pools, Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA, pediatric otolaryngology, swimming pools, swimming safety, water safety