Citation

D'Angelo EK, Galan DI, Laco JP, Fink T, Skaggs JM, Kunsman C, Warren E. J. Public Health Manag. Pract. 2021; 27(4): 428-431.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

10.1097/PHH.0000000000001388

PMID

34004631

PMCID

PMC8867403

Abstract

Aquatic activities play an important role for many when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Not only is swimming great exercise, it can help to maintain health among people living with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.1 However, despite the health benefits, there are many risks associated with aquatic activities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that approximately 3,500 unintentional drownings occur annually in the United States, with children aged one to four having the highest drowning rates.2 Pool chemical injuries in the United States lead to over 4,500 emergency department visits annually, despite being preventable with proper education and safety equipment

Language: en

Keywords

Humans; Pilot Projects