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Drowning deaths have increased in recent years, exceeding 4,500 annually from 2020-2022. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4 in the U.S. The CDC recommends swimming lessons ...

Formal swimming lessons significantly reduce the risk of drowning for young children. More than 40 million adults don't know how to swim; more than half have never taken a lesson. Nonfatal drowning ...

Always swim with a buddy, supervise children, and avoid swimming during thunderstorms or while intoxicated. Check for rip current advisories and weather forecasts before entering the water. Be ...

A day at the beach is all about fun and relaxation. However, there is a hidden danger lurking in the water that can turn a relaxing visit into a deadly tragedy — rip currents. According to the ...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With spring break around the corner, Big Blue Swim School urges families to review important water safety tips before vacationing. The CDC’s 2024 Vital Signs report notes ...

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 ...

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Denis Crean, a businessman and longtime swimming coach, has pursued his passion for open-water swimming in just about every kind of waterway. He has overcome headwinds at Lake George in Upstate New ...