How to prevent drowning: a ground-breaking report that's startling yet hopeful
The World Health Organization gathered data from 139 countries for its first-ever report on how to prevent drowning.
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An American researcher drowns after a Viking replica ship sinks off Norway's coast
A Viking replica ship capsized several days into its journey from the Faroe Islands to Norway. Five crew members survived, but researcher Karla Dana, 29, drowned. She was the lone American on board.
You Could Save A Child From Drowning This Summer. Here's How
A swimmer of any skill level might need your help, and preventing a drowning takes closer supervision of the kids than you might think. The distress signs can be subtle and quick.
The U.N. Takes Aim At A 'Silent Epidemic' — Drowning
This week, in the middle of a pandemic, the United Nations took a stand about an issue that has nothing to do with disease but is one of the top causes of death for children ages 5 to 14.
Recent Spike In Dangerous Rip Currents Raises Concerns Along NC Coast
In the last month, there have been a string of deaths related to rip currents on the North Carolina coast.