How water safety helps build confidence and prevent drowning


It's important to teach water safety to children so they know what to do when faced with an unforeseen situation. — 123rf.com

Every year, the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that 236,000 people die from drowning worldwide, with toddlers aged one to four topping the numbers, followed by children aged five to nine.

Cases of children drowning at home is ranked second after road traffic injuries, with some 500 fatalities each year.

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