GAITHERSBURG, Md. — According to the Centers for Disease Control, accidental drowning is the leading cause of death among toddlers. For children ages 5-14, drowning is the second leading cause of ...
It happens all too often: Summer fun turns to tragedy around the water. Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it's critically important to follow basic safety precautions ...
“Warm weather months bring fun times, but they can hold many hidden harms,” said David Schwebel, Ph.D., director of the youth safety lab at UAB. “It is important for parents to be aware so the good ...
YORK, Pa. — There are a few key things parents must be aware of when taking children swimming. Dr. Vinitha Moopen with WellSpan Health has some tips on how to keep kids safe during swimming season.
As temperatures begin to climb each summer, so do the number of drowning deaths. Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death among children ages 1 to 4 years old and the second leading cause ...
For this Oklahoma's Own Focus On Kids, a reminder about water safety after a near-drowning this week. Lifeguards jumped in to save a brother and sister who were floating face down in about three feet ...
Temperatures in New York are heating up and summer holidays like the Fourth of July will be here before you know it. As you flock to pools to beat the heat, gather with family and friends to host ...
Pool parties, beach trips, lakeside getaways, river rafting, water parks — the summer is full of aquatic adventures. But with that comes being aware of the risks that water poses. According to the ...
Swimming is a sport you can do for a lifetime. And Swim Labs in Sandy is here to help you accomplish all of your aquatic goals! Owners Michael Mann, ...
Hours of swimming can be damaging to kids’ delicate and developing eyes. Swim goggles sized especially for smaller faces protect them and keep kids comfortable while they splash the day away. We think ...