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2022-06-02 09:58:17
Hello Dr. My son is almost 5 month old now. I wish to know is it fine if I take him to a swimming pool ? If yes for how long should I let him be there and any precautions to be taken
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Not during direct sunlight hours. 10 - 15 minutes. Not unattended even for a second. Bear in mind if it's a community swimming pool he may catch some infection.but that's your call to make .

Answered2022-06-02 10:22:06

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