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Drowning prevention

One of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people (aged 1-24 years old) is drowning. The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimate that around 236,000 people drown every year. Research shows that more than 90% of drowning…

Near-drowning and secondary drowning

Drowning is defined as death within 24 hours from suffocation by submersion in a liquid, normally fresh water or sea water. Near drowning implies successful resuscitation from suffocation caused by immersion. Secondary drowning refers to fluid accumulation in the lungs…