Posted by: Jody Ganschinietz , Callista Dammann on Nov 25, 2025


Swimmer’s ear can turn summer fun into a painful problem. Learn how to help protect your child’s ears with five easy prevention tips, and when to call the pediatrician.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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