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Water Safety

Preventing child drowning: Tips from a pediatric intensive care unit doctor

August 5, 2021

Toddler walking unattended toward pool

Read about one family’s tragic experience with drowning and get tips to prevent children from drowning during the swimming season.

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Critical Care PICU Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Safety Water Safety Dr. Gary Goodman Dr. Jason Cook Dr. Paul Lubinsky Dr. Theodore Heyming

4 water safety tips for a safe summer

May 20, 2020

CHOC community educators offer these water safety tips to ensure your family has a safe and worry-free summer.

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Year-Round Water Safety Reminders

September 26, 2016

Drowning is the second leading cause of death in children between five and 24. Keep in mind these year-round water safety reminders.

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The Dangers of Secondary Drowning

May 23, 2016

Drowning tends to peak in summer. A CHOC pediatrician discusses secondary drowning, another rare danger that parents should be aware of.

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Oxygen Deprivation from Near-Drowning Can Lead to Brain Damage

September 2, 2014

An estimated 5,000 children under 14 are hospitalized each year for near-drowning: up to 20% are left with severe neurological disabilities.

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Have a Safe Summer!

July 24, 2013

Summer is in full swing, and it’s all about safety this season, whether your family is enjoying a day at the beach, or a backyard barbecue.

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Health Safety Sun and Summer Safety Water Safety

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