In the drowning prevention community, we dread hearing the other F-word: floaties. These seemingly innocuous devices give responsible parents a false sense of security with the assumption that the ...

When it comes time to teach kids how to swim, it's not uncommon for parents to research water safety tips, life jacket types and even signs of drowning. As parents prepare their kids to enjoy playtime ...

From arm bands to toddler swim vests, these kid-friendly swimming aids and floats are designed to keep kids safe and ...

As summer approaches and kids are finishing their school year, local experts are warning everyone to take water safety seriously. Get the latest news updates with the ...

HOUSTON — According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) drownings have increased in the years following the onset of the pandemic. In 2024, the CDC released data showing drowning as the leading ...

When my roommates and I attended our first Friday Morning Swim Club last summer, we unknowingly committed a faux pas. As we approached Montrose Harbor, inflatable fruits, animals, and colorful designs ...

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Experts are warning parents about common swim safety myths that can actually put their children in danger. One of the most prevalent myths, Olympic swimmer Ambrose “Rowdy” Gaines IV says, is the ...

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