Learning to swim isn't just a childhood milestone—it's a life-saving skill, a confidence booster, and a path to lifelong health and joy. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that families ...

The sliding glass door leading to Natasha Lim’s backyard pool has a lock and an alarm. A fence around the pool also has a ...

Autistic children are 160 times more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers, highlighting the importance of providing water safety lessons tailored to their needs. FIU researchers Tana Carson ...

On Your Side's Ethan Krauss speaks to experts on water safety about keeping children safe in the pool during the summer ...

This is part of WTOP’s continuing coverage of people making a difference in our community, reported by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant. Read more of that coverage. CLICK PHOTO TO ENLARGE: Peter Lord is among ...

Data showed Mecklenburg County has the highest number of deaths by drowning in the state ...

Pool parties, beach trips, lakeside getaways, river rafting, water parks — the summer is full of aquatic adventures. But with that comes being aware of the risks that water poses. According to the ...

Families in Connecticut are being encouraged to prioritize swim lessons as summer temperatures rise and more children head to pools, lakes, and rivers. The YMCA of Greater Hartford has offered free ...

As the weather starts to cool down and outdoor pools shut, are you thinking of pressing pause on your child’s swimming lessons, or even stopping altogether? If your child has reached a certain level, ...