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 ...

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD Try using HEPA filters to decrease allergens like dust mites and pet dander in the air. You can take a hot shower to help clear stuffed-up nasal passages and ...