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    • Child Safety
    Should My Child Take Swimming Lessons?
    The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends swim lessons for all children. Swim lessons are an important way to decrease the risk of drowning. Here are answers to a few common questions that parents have about swim lessons for children.   At what age should I enroll my child in swim lessons? According to the American...
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    Child with life jacket on standing by pool
    • Child Safety
    Tips for Water Safety This Summer
    Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under the age of 5. It is most common in children between the ages of 1-5 years old, however, it can occur at any age. The most common causes of drowning include inadequate adult supervision, inability to swim, use of alcohol (teenagers and adults), and...
    • Injury
    Drowning in Children
    Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under the age of 5 years old. It is most common in children between the ages of 1-5 years old, however it can occur at any age. The most common causes of drowning include inadequate adult supervision, inability to swim, use of alcohol (teenagers and...
    • Injury
    Common Summer Injuries in Children
    Summer fun is just around the corner with longer days, outside activities and warmer weather.  With summertime, children play outside for longer periods of time and are at an increased risk for accidental injuries and heat-related illnesses.  Parents and caregivers should remain on high alert and supervise children closely to these. Here are some of...
    • News
    Drowning Prevention
    Drowning is the leading cause of death in young children. It can happen quickly, silently, and suddenly. When your child is in the pool, be sure to have a designated “water watcher”. Lifeguards are great, but if you are at a public place with plenty of people, it doesn’t hurt to have a second pair...
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