CDC Urges More Access to Swimming Lessons as U.S. Drownings Increase
Lack of access to swimming facilities and lessons in minority communities may be contributing to increased drowning deaths in recent years.
Lack of access to swimming facilities and lessons in minority communities may be contributing to increased drowning deaths in recent years.
Federal safety officials warn 80% of fatal child drownings occur at a home, relative or friends swimming pool.
One child has been hospitalized and another has died due to the use of baby neck floats, according to the agency
Child drowning rates have continued unabated for several years despite education campaigns aimed at avoiding what experts say are preventable deaths in pools and spas.
Fall accidents are still the dominant risks to seniors and are a leading cause of injuries and deaths, the CPSC reports.
Child drownings are the leading cause of unintentional death among U.S. children ages one to four.