When it's really hot outside you probably can't wait to jump into the pool with your child, but before you do, take a moment to think about safety. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under age 14, and a large number of...
Water--whether it's a pool, lake or ocean--offers endless entertainment and a great way to stay fit. But it also can be dangerous if you don't take care. Nine people drown each day in the United States, according to the USA Swimming Foundation....
Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1 to 4--and responsible for the deaths of three children every day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Young children can drown quickly in as little as 1 inch of...
According to Children's Safety Network, the victim in one out of every four drownings is a child 4 years old or younger. This is usually due to a lack of supervision or a child wandering off and falling into the water. Children can drown in the...
Water safety swimming lessons provide you with the confidence to feel safe in the water. The American Red Cross offers a variety of courses taught by certified instructors nationwide. Stay safe in the water and prevent drowning by swimming with a...
Accidental drowning kills 830 youngsters under age 14 every year and injures 3,600, according to Safe Kids USA, a child safety organization. Beaches and lakes might logically seem like the biggest danger zones because they involve open water, but...
Thousands of people die or are injured from water safety accidents each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC recommends learning to swim and water safety instruction as two of the top preventive measures to...
Toddlers are at that precarious age when they're too big to keep out of everything, yet they're too young to be allowed to play on their own. Water poses a serious drowning threat to toddlers. Staying vigilant and protecting them from water...
Every year, 286 million Americans draw fresh drinking water from a public water system. All of these systems are monitored to be in compliance with health and safety regulations set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, reports the U.S....
Water safety education at a young age aims to prevent accidental drownings, the No. 2 cause of death for kids between ages 1 and 19, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, as of 2006. Swimming lessons for children of preschool age and...
Rain barrels can provide a valuable water source for dry spells, and may help to reduce your water bill as well. When you use your rain barrel, you'll reduce the amount of storm water runoff that can potentially pollute nearby bodies of water. If...
Using a filtration system for the tap water in your home can save you money and help the environment. The U.S. consumes an estimate of 29 billion water bottles per year and it takes 17 million barrels of crude oil to produce them, according to the...
Water is one of the dangers that can threaten an infant's life even before he is old enough to begin crawling. Babies can drown in less than an inch of water, according to BabyCenter. Because water is a danger that can never be eliminated...
If you're sweating the safety of an upcoming white-water rafting trip on Colorado's mighty Arkansas River, there are reasons to be less anxious. According to the Arkansas River Outfitters Association, tour operators must have a Colorado state...
Water skiing is a fun summer sport, but it's important to start with the basics of safety. A life jacket, specifically designed and approved by the United States Coast Guard for water skiing, should be worn every time. Accidents can happen and a...
Water is a necessary tool for your home. You use water to wash your clothes, to bathe, to flush toilets and for recreational purposes. While water can be a helpful tool, it can also be a dangerous and life-threatening element and should be treated...
The benefits of having water available are well known whether you are traveling or are working out. Staying properly hydrated can help you avoid the health effects of becoming dehydrated. Bottled water offers a convenient option when you are on...
Lakes offer swimmers and water enthusiasts a form of recreation on hot summer days. While swimming gives you numerous benefits of performing aerobic exercise, following several important guidelines will help keep you safe in a potentially...
A swim instructor touches her community by providing leadership and swimming lessons for children and adults. With this fitness and safety certification you have an opportunity to work outside in good weather and teach skills that could save...
Filtering drinking water from the tap can remove undesirable bacteria and parasites found in groundwater and surface water sources. Although water treatment plants add fluoride and chlorine to treat the water and kill these pests, some bacteria...
Swimming is an invigorating activity that almost anyone, at any level of fitness, can get involved in. Being in the water in any capacity involves a certain amount of risk, especially where children are concerned. Awareness of and familiarity with...
Failure to follow safety precautions during swimming often results in tragic accidents. Almost 50 percent of the adults who took part in a 2009 telephone survey on water safety by the American Red Cross said that they have come close to drowning,...
Swimming teachers can be employed by a variety of facilities both private and public. As a swimming teacher, you are responsible for the instruction and safety of your students and should be prepared to handle any situation that may arise. By...
Teaching your children certain lessons in life at an early age can provide multiple benefits. Parent-tot swim lessons help get parents and babies into the water together. Taught through many community recreational organizations and health club...
Rolling a kayak to recover from turning turtle is a safety maneuver kayakers should master if they don't want to have to make a wet dismount under their upside-down kayak. The ease of rolling a kayak is both a plus for maneuverability and a...
Learning to swim isn't about having Olympic gold medal aspirations. Kids need to learn to swim as part of basic water safety training. According to KidsHealth.org, young children can drown in less than 2 inches of water. Freestyle swimming...
Water aerobics is an effective fat-burning cardiovascular workout that also strengthen and tones your entire body. A typical water aerobic workout burns 400 to 500 calories per hour, the same amount of calories a one-hour jog burns, according to...
Children will become better acclimated to being in the water and have more fun if they are comfortable, confident and at ease. The proper equipment and clothing will help them achieve that comfort level. There are many types of swim gear for...
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