Malaysia must do more to prevent drowning, says public health expert


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must intensify drowning prevention efforts, especially among children, as its is a preventable public health crisis, says a public health and injury prevention expert.

Prof Dr Kulanthayan KC Mani said an estimated 700 drowning cases occur annually in Malaysia, with 500 involving children under 18.

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