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Column: Teach your kids to swim; it might save a life

There were two physical activities my father insisted his children learn. One was swimming, the other was snow skiing. So it was that around 7 years old I was hauled to a swim class to learn the ...
Kids with autism can be 160 times more likely than other children to drown. Florida is dedicating state money to a program that prioritizes swim lessons for these kids.
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 ...
Drowning rates among children are on the rise in the United States and children with special needs are at higher risk. It is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children between ...
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 lock, plus a bungee cord to thwart curious fingers.
Swim schools across the Capital Region have become increasingly popular for the programs tailored to kids with disabilities ...