Something you might not know is that over 2 million trips to the hospital are made to treat swimmer’s ear each year. There are a variety of causes and treatments. However, it can be quite painful. Before diving into the pool, know about swimmer’s ear and its causes. What is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear also […]
Tens of thousands of lifeguards watch over swimmers young and old at pools and beaches every summer. This ensures you always feel safe when heading to the pool to swim because someone is looking out for you. Do you know everything about swimming pool safety? Let’s see! Here are 10 things that lifeguards don’t tell […]
Blue-green algae are not something you want to be swimming in. It can often be found in lakes. Here are some facts to know about blue-green algae to keep you healthy when you go. What are blue-green algae? Blue-green algae can also be called cyanobacteria and have the nickname “pond scum.” It’s bacteria that can […]
According to researchers from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, more youth are being rushed to the hospital for swimming-related injuries than ever before! Dr. Gary Smith, a pediatric emergency physician at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, the rise in injury is due to lack of parental supervision. “On average, there’s one swimming-related injury every six minutes. […]
Properly childproofing your pool means making it impossible for children to enter the pool without your supervision. Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury in children. Additionally, thousands of children are hospitalized with brain damage or other injuries in swimming-related accidents according to the Red Cross. Most drowning happens in home swimming pools. […]
Beaches across America are posting signs stating “swim at your own risk,” due to a lifeguard shortage. From Maine to Colorado, it’s getting harder to find qualified lifeguards. Additionally, there are not enough applicants. “There are likely between 30,000 and 50,000 lifeguards at beaches in the U.S. and more are needed,” said Tom Gill, a […]
Diving into the pool is the most refreshing way to cool off on a hot summer day! Diving is an exercise that has many benefits including exercise, exhilaration and fun. Practicing safe diving prevents the risk of serious injury. The Risks of Improper Diving Diving without using the proper technique has the potential to […]
Swimming isn’t exclusively reserved for Summer! When the leaves start falling off the trees and school begins, it means autumn has arrived! Don’t let the weather cooling down and the shorter days stop you from hopping in the pool a few more times. Relive the summer days by taking a refreshing dip before the cold […]
Drowning prevention is a top priority for anyone who owns a home pool or likes to swim. This is particularly important for those with infants or young children. Child drownings are the leading cause of death for children aged 14 and under. The Red Cross says 1 in 5 water fatalities are in children aged […]
