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Sinusitis, or a sinus infection, occurs when the sinuses and nasal passages become inflamed. To help prevent a sinus infection:
- practice good hand hygiene
- keep you and your child up to date with recommended immunizations
- avoid close contact with people who have colds or other upper respiratory infections
- avoid smoking or exposure to second hand smoke and do not expose children to second hand smoke
- use a clean humidifier to moisten the air at home
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