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    Drowning is a preventable cause of premature mortality and was estimated to cause of 236 000 deaths globally in 2019.1 In WHO’s European region, drowning was estimated to have resulted in the deaths of 19 444 people in 2019, a mortality rate of 2·1 per 100 000.1 This rate is lower than the global rate of 3·1 per 100 000 population, and the second lowest of any of the WHO regions, only higher than…

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    Drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people aged 1-24 years. Every year, an estimated 236,000 people drown.More than 90% of drowning deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, with children under the age of five being at highest risk. These deaths are frequently linked to daily, routine activities, such as bathing, collecting water for domestic…

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      It's World #DrowningPrevention Day Those at greatest risk of drowning are often those least able to protect themselves, like 🧒👶🏽👧🏿 under 5 years. If you live close to water 🌊 keep watch over your children. 🏊‍ https://t.co/t3omSuRLv7 https://t.co/64SpI3qGcL

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    Drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people aged 1-24 years. Every year, an estimated 236,000 people drown.More than 90% of drowning deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, with children under the age of five being at highest risk. These deaths are frequently linked to daily, routine activities, such as bathing, collecting water for domestic…

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      #DrowningPrevention measures incl.: 🚧Barriers controlling access to water ✅Safe places for children away from water 🏊‍♂️Teaching swimming & safety skills 🆘Safe rescue & resuscitation training 🌊Flood risk management ⛴️Boat, ship & ferry regulations 🏊‍https://t.co/t3omSuRLv7 https://t.co/ri2ZsBOW2F

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    Drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people aged 1-24 years. Every year, an estimated 236,000 people drown.More than 90% of drowning deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, with children under the age of five being at highest risk. These deaths are frequently linked to daily, routine activities, such as bathing, collecting water for domestic…

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      It's World #DrowningPrevention Day Every year, drowning claims at least 236,000 lives. It's 1 of the leading causes of death 🌐 for children & people aged 1-24 years. We can all take action to end drowning: Learn how to perform rescue & resuscitation 🏊‍https://t.co/t3omSuRLv7 https://t.co/SAFrPZ5HRi

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    ​La American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recomienda  a los padres varias maneras para ayudar a mantener a los niños a salvo todo el año en las cercanías de piscinas y tinas calientes o jacuzzis, en su propio patio de juego, en el del vecino o durante las vacaciones.

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    • Una valla alrededor de la piscina es la forma más efectiva de prevenir los ahogamientos de niños sin supervisión. Mantenga a sus hijos a salvo con estos consejos de #SeguridadEnElAgua #DrowningPrevention https://t.co/BNyUBz3upP https://t.co/f9E6reytOm

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    ​Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children between ages 1 and 4. The AAP recommends several ways parents can help keep children safe around home swimming pools and hot tubs―all year long―in your own backyard, your neighbor’s, or on vacation.

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    The demand for backyard pools and outdoor activities soared during the pandemic — a reason for optimism as families are looking forward to spending summer outdoors but also a sobering reminder for parents to be extra vigilant about drowning risks.

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    • Always empty inflatable or portable pools after every use. Even shallow pools are a drowning risk for children. Children under 5 are at higher risk of drowning when they have unexpected access to water. Learn more about #DrowningPrevention here: https://t.co/7JwfQCGe0o

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    The demand for backyard pools and outdoor activities soared during the pandemic — a reason for optimism as families are looking forward to spending summer outdoors but also a sobering reminder for parents to be extra vigilant about drowning risks.

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    • Families should remember to choose an adult to be the designated water watcher while you’re cooking dinner or doing other activities. More #DrowningPrevention tips from @healthychildren here: https://t.co/ifLwWVfqdx https://t.co/rS1qWKcbdE