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 ...

As more kids go into the water to stay cool this summer, a pediatrician recently went viral on social media with a warning about pool toys and flotation devices that increase the risk of drowning in ...

A young girl who was struggling in the water at a beach in Pensacola was saved after a drone carried and dropped a floatation device. Cellphone video captured by Robert Nay showed the unique air ...

Parents should wear personal flotation devices alongside kids. "When we're thinking about any sort of injury prevention mechanism -- like wearing a seatbelt, wearing a bike helmet, wearing a life ...

MOTLEY-A 4-year-old girl was hospitalized Tuesday after being pulled out of Shamineau Lake near Motley and revived with CPR, the Morrison County Sheriff's Office reported. Deputies were called at 7:20 ...

"Is it safe?" is a commonly searched phrase among parents, and for good reason. Parents want to know what products are safe to use with their children, and what to avoid. This article is the first in ...

As the summer months usher in peak pool and beach season, parents and caregivers are urged to prioritize water safety for young children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new law means anyone under the age of 13 must wear a flotation device when the boat is moving. A harmless mooch or a ...