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By Nicole Harris Updated on March 15, 2023 Medically reviewed by Monika Goyal, M.D. Swimming is a wonderful activity the whole family can enjoy, including babies and toddlers. Early exposure to the water can help make learning to swim easier. But while much fun can be had, safety needs to be your number one priority when it comes…
Boy Dies Days After Swimming: What is ‘Dry Drowning’?
By Rachael Rettner, Senior Writer | June 9, 2017 Credit: StacieStauffSmith Photos/Shutterstock A 4-year-old boy in Texas died recently, nearly a week after he went swimming, from what his parents were told was “dry drowning.” But what exactly does this mean? The boy, Frankie Delgado, was playing in the waters of the Galveston Bay when he was knocked…
Drowning is Silent
By Trish Van Pilsum, FOX 9 News In the past four months, four young people have drowned or nearly drowned in pools even though there are adults nearby. So, how do children drown in plain sight? A first-of-its-kind test shows why. “It was the same thing that happened to me,” Tyler Lazerte, who slipped under…
Water Safety: The Dangers of Boating Under the Influence
EMMA JOHNSON — JUNE 22, 2023 Boating is a popular summer activity where everyone can enjoy can the open water and nature. Although, it may seem like a good idea to enjoy a few alcoholic beverages, boating under the influence poses serious risks. It can be dangerous for the person operating the boat, their passengers,…