YESTERDAY was World Drowning Prevention Day. Many of us are unaware of the hidden dangers of ubiquitous water. Essentially, our own homes pose a risk to toddlers, and all bodies of water are potential sites of drowning for all, especially our children and young adults.
Between 500 and 700 drowning deaths occur annually in Malaysia with about 40% occurring among children below 18 years of age.
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