Here's what a neti pot is, when to use one and how to do so safely.

What are the benefits of using a neti pot...and are they proven? If you have a cold, the flu, or a sinus infection, a neti pot can be a quick and safe way to remove mucus from your nose. Dr. Pearlman ...

Neti pots and similar sinus rinsing tools are a staple in many households, but in rare cases these devices can be deadly when not used safely. Last year, a 71-year-old Texas woman died after rinsing ...

The accompanying story on this page about allergies and colds recommends using a daily sinus rinse to ease as well as prevent sinus problems. Over-the-counter products such as Ocean and other medicine ...

Two Louisiana residents died after flushing sinuses with tap water. Dec. 16, 2011— -- The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals has issued a warning about improper Neti pot use, which has ...