VIR-MAR BEACH, Virginia — Friday is World Drowning Prevention Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations and World Health Organization to raise awareness about the impact of drownings.

CHICAGO (WGN) — Each year, 945 children drown, and for every fatality, there are five more kids treated in an emergency room—many left with severe brain damage. That’s why a Chicago organization is ...

Two bills in the Florida Legislature would change the age limits for free swim lessons from 0-4 to 1-7. Here's what to know.

A Western Cape mother has turned personal tragedy into hope for others, starting a swimming foundation in honour of her late ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Drowning remains the single leading cause of death for kids between the ages of one and four, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While Labor Day might ...

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) —With several recent drownings this summer, swim safety is crucial not just for children, but for adults too. For World Drowning Prevention Day, Goldfish Swim School is offering ...

Swimming lessons have helped reduce child drowning deaths by an average of 5-7% a year over the last 10 years, the head of an international non-profit has said. Doan Thu Huyen, country director of ...

With swimming lessons in higher demand than ever, Tasmanian swim teachers warn a lack of qualified instructors could strain ...