My kids have swimmer’s ear again, they get it every year. We check our chlorine and ph everyday, within normal limits. Is there something else we should be checking? Or adding to the water?

Question:

My kids have swimmer’s ear again, they get it every year. We check our chlorine and ph everyday, within normal limits. Is there something else we should be checking? Or adding to the water?

Answer:

You are doing the right things by checking your disinfectant and pH levels. However, there are additional steps you can take to protect yourself and your children from swimmer's ear. This is a focus of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention this year and there is great information on the CDC website. http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/swimming/rwi/illnesses/swimmers-ear.html.

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