The U.S. has seen a rise in drowning deaths, particularly among young kids and older adults. Here's what experts say may have led to the increase.
Drowning is the number one cause of death for U.S. children between the ages of 1 and 4. And despite having been on the decline for decades, such deaths have increased in recent years, according to U.S. officials. More than 4,500 people drowned each year in the U.S. between 2020 and 2022, which was about 500 more drowning deaths each year compared to 2019, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Other reported barriers include swimming lessons being too expensive or not accessible, a fear of water, the pool setting not feeling welcoming, and many who report feeling uncomfortable wearing traditional swimwear, according to the CDC. The agency noted how some of these issues can be particularly prevalent among certain races and ethnic groups. "Many Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native people report lack of access to pools as a barrier to swimming lessons," the report states.
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