Children who begin swimming lessons before the age of two may be susceptible to a common lung infection, as well as asthma later in life. A new study suggests that the chlorine in pools increases the risk of respiratory problems, particularly if kids have a family history of asthma or allergies. Belgian researchers say swimming is still a healthy and enjoyable family activity, but they urge parents not to over-chlorinate their home pools, and to avoid public pools that go overboard on the...
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Managing Asthma At HomeThe more allergies a child has, the more severe the asthma. Making lifestyle changes to reduce allergy attacks and other... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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PHILADELPHIA (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- "I didn't learn to ride a bike until I was 12," Carol Burke says. "I never learned how to swim." Burke has... Read more »