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    Know the Warning Signs: Dry Drowning and Secondary Drowning

    June 15, 2017

    Dry drowning and secondary drowning can occur after ingesting small amounts of water — and in some cases, these conditions can be fatal. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

    Categorized as: Family Health, Safety

    Tagged with: drowning, dry drowning, pool safety, safety, safety tips, secondary drowning, swimming

    Learn to identify dry drowning and secondary drowning
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    When to Enroll Your Child in Swimming Lessons

    June 28, 2016

    Swimming lessons for kids teach them basic water skills, but lessons don't prevent drowning. Keep your kids safe with these basic water safety tips. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

    Tagged with: back to school, pool safety, swim lessons, swimming

    When to enroll your children in swimming lessons
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    Swimming Safety Tips for Parents & Kids

    May 19, 2014

    Follow these easy swimming safety tips to make sure parents and children alike enjoy the summer months. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

    Tagged with: Barbara Gaines MD, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Chris Vitale RN MSN, CPR, drowning prevention, injury prevention, life jackets, pool safety, summer, summer safety, swimming, water safety quiz

    Swimming Safety Tips for Parents & Kids
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