Pediatrics
Hundreds of young kids drown in pools each year—keep yours safe
(HealthDay)—Summer at the nation's swimming pools and hot tubs means fun for kids, but danger, too.
Jun 7, 2019
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Pediatrics
AAP provides safety precautions to prevent drowning
(HealthDay)—Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children aged 1 to 4 years, with most drownings happening in home swimming pools, according to a report published by the American Academy ...
Aug 14, 2018
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Swimming pools, hot tubs are more likely than lakes to make you sick, studies find
Taking a cool, refreshing dip in a lake or swimming pool is one of summer's enjoyments and sometimes a necessary escape from the stifling heat.
Jul 9, 2018
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Overweight & Obesity
With obesity on rise, Paris takes a hard look at size bias (Update)
France, the country that gave the world butter croissants and foie gras, often has been a place where being overweight was seen as something of a sin. But its capital is taking a hard look at the contradictions with a campaign ...
Dec 15, 2017
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Children should be encouraged to enjoy 'wild' swimming: education expert
Keeping young children away from perceived risky activities such as wild outdoor swimming is damaging, according to education expert Dr Sandra Leaton Gray (UCL Institute of Education).
Sep 4, 2017
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US: 1 in 8 swimming pools closed for health violations
One in eight swimming pools in five populous states are closed upon inspection due to dirty and potentially dangerous water, US health authorities said Thursday.
May 19, 2016
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Health
Breath-holding games are killing swimmers, CDC warns
(HealthDay)—As more adults and kids head to swimming pools, lakes and the ocean this Memorial Day weekend, U.S. health officials are warning about accidental drownings from underwater breath-holding games and exercises.
May 21, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study highlights risk of norovirus from swimming
Simple tips can help swimmers stay safe in various swimming venues.
May 15, 2015
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Health
When faced with higher prices, swimming is the activity most likely to take a dive
Experts agree that it's a great way of staying fit and healthy at any age, but when faced with higher prices people are likely to swim less often, while other forms of physical activity such as working out or walking are ...
Oct 28, 2014
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In pools, young blacks drown at far higher rates
A new study shows swimming pools are a much greater danger to black children and teens than they are to other kids.
May 15, 2014
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