Drowning is the leading cause of death for kids ages 1 to 4. It’s something many parents fear happening. But one particular term — which went viral in 2017 after a 4-year-old boy died one week after ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Russell, MD Key Takeaways Dry drowning is not a recognized medical term; it's simply called drowning.Signs and symptoms of drowning usually happen right away, not hours ...

AUSTIN, Texas — With a month left of the school year, many families may be gearing up for summer vacations out to the beach, lake or getting the backyard prepped for some much-anticipated pool days.

HOUSTON — As temperatures rise and families flock to pools and waterways, Harris County continues to lead Texas in drowning deaths, prompting urgent calls for water safety awareness from local medical ...

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