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2. Earplug - Wikipedia

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   To protect the ears during exposure, the individual can use a head cap, ear plugs, or custom-fitted swim molds. [ 33 ] A 2003 study published in Clinical Otolaryngology found that a cotton ball saturated with petroleum jelly was more effective at keeping water out of the ear, was easier to use, and was more comfortable than wax plugs, foam ...

3. Infant swimming - Wikipedia

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   Pros and cons of infant swimming lessons [ edit ] In a 2009 retrospective case-control study that involved significant potential sources of bias, participation in formal swimming lessons was associated with an 88% reduction in the risk of drowning in 1- to 4-year-old children, although the authors of the study found the conclusion imprecise.

4. Myringotomy - Wikipedia

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   In the absence of strong evidence, general opinion has been against the use of ear protection devices. However, protection such as cotton covered with petroleum jelly, ear plugs, or ear putty is recommended for swimming in dirty water (lakes, rivers, oceans, or non-chlorinated pools) to prevent ear infections.

5. Swimming - Wikipedia

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   In the United States there is the Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) [33] initiative that provides lessons for infant children, to cope with an emergency where they have fallen into the water. They are taught how to roll-back-to-float (hold their breath underwater, to roll onto their back, to float unassisted, rest and breathe until help arrives ...

6. Otitis externa - Wikipedia

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   According to one source, [19] the use of in-ear headphones during otherwise "dry" exercise in the summer has been associated with the development of swimmer's ear since the plugs can create a warm and moist environment inside the ears. The source claims that on-ear or over-ear headphones can be a better alternative for preventing swimmer's ear.

7. From 'cultural tradition' to 'child abuse': Piercing a baby's ...

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   In fact, Malbari says ear piercing is considered to be generally safe at any age, given parents familiarize themselves with a few important safety considerations. Consider baby's vaccination schedule