Taiwan's next generation takes on its fear of the deepTaiwan faces cultural challenges in swimming education, but passionate teachers like Tseng Ching-ming are striving to improve ocean safety skills among students.
How to prevent drowning: a ground-breaking report that's startling yet hopefulDrowning is a preventable public health crisis, claiming over 300,000 lives annually, particularly affecting young children.
Local leaders and advocates honor New Yorkers lost to summer drownings in the Rockaways - QNSThe city council is acting to improve water safety and prevent drownings in response to recent tragedies in Rockaways.
How to prevent drowning: a ground-breaking report that's startling yet hopefulDrowning is a preventable public health crisis, claiming over 300,000 lives annually, particularly affecting young children.
Local leaders and advocates honor New Yorkers lost to summer drownings in the Rockaways - QNSThe city council is acting to improve water safety and prevent drownings in response to recent tragedies in Rockaways.
Moving lifeguards to FDNY could better align public safety roles, IBO report finds - The ChiefThe proposal to transfer lifeguards to FDNY aims to improve safety and address current challenges faced by the service.
Governor Hochul signs water safety legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Stacey Pheffer Amato - QNSNew York has enacted new laws aimed at improving swimming safety and preventing drownings.The legislation is focused on education, outreach, and extending the Commission to Prevent Childhood Drowning.
Tom Daley's swim briefs fetch five-figure sum at charity auctionTom Daley's crocheted briefs raised over £10,000 in a charity auction for drowning prevention education following concerns about alcohol-related drownings.
Moving lifeguards to FDNY could better align public safety roles, IBO report finds - The ChiefThe proposal to transfer lifeguards to FDNY aims to improve safety and address current challenges faced by the service.
Governor Hochul signs water safety legislation sponsored by Assemblymember Stacey Pheffer Amato - QNSNew York has enacted new laws aimed at improving swimming safety and preventing drownings.The legislation is focused on education, outreach, and extending the Commission to Prevent Childhood Drowning.
Tom Daley's swim briefs fetch five-figure sum at charity auctionTom Daley's crocheted briefs raised over £10,000 in a charity auction for drowning prevention education following concerns about alcohol-related drownings.
Tom Daley strips down to deliver a very serious safety message - QueertyTom Daley's campaign promotes a crucial drowning prevention message dressed as an alcohol ad, emphasizing the dangers of drinking and swimming.
4-year-old boy drowns in New Jersey home's pool: officialsEnsuring child water safety through pool barriers and supervision is crucial.
When is it OK to let kids swim unsupervised? The answer might surprise youDrowning is a significant risk for children aged 1-14, highlighting the importance of continuous supervision and ongoing swim safety education.
Opinion: Teaching your kids to swim this summer? Steer clear of floatiesFloaties provide a false sense of security and can increase the risk of accidental drowning by creating a vertical drowning position for children.
When is it OK to let kids swim unsupervised? The answer might surprise youDrowning is a significant risk for children aged 1-14, highlighting the importance of continuous supervision and ongoing swim safety education.
Opinion: Teaching your kids to swim this summer? Steer clear of floatiesFloaties provide a false sense of security and can increase the risk of accidental drowning by creating a vertical drowning position for children.
Apple Is Working on a Drowning Alert Feature for Apple WatchApple Watch may alert nearby users if wearer is in distress underwater.
Summer Safety Tips From a Brooklyn Emergency Medicine PhysicianPrioritize safety during summer to prevent preventable accidents and emergencies, especially around water, heat, and fireworks.