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Safety in and near the water – a pediatric emergency medicine physician offers tips

  • Written by Linda Quan, Professor of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, University of Washington
Safety in and near the water – a pediatric emergency medicine physician offers tipsMany beaches are short lifeguards this summer. Properly supervising children and weaker swimmers is key to making sure everyone has a safe trip to the pool or beach. Roc Canals/Moment via Getty Images

A lifeguard shortage in many parts of the U.S. means an increased drowning risk at pools and beaches this summer. Earlier this summer, SciLine intervi...

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