The biggest killer in cases of drowning is a lack of oxygen in the body, and by the time you have got someone out of the water, that is going to be the critical matter to deal with. That is why rescue ...

Nearly 4,000 people die from drowning every year in the U.S., which averages to 11 drowning deaths per day, according to the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention. The CDC reports drowning as the ...

I don’t think I’m alone in having someone in my life whom I wish I could change — someone I see struggling, who ignores or resents any lifesavers I send their way. I can clearly see how this person ...

According to the US Coast Guard, falling overboard is a contributing factor in a staggering one-third of boating fatalities. How can you reduce the risk, and what should you do if a passenger on your ...

Whether you're visiting, texting, or calling, it's not always easy to know what to say when someone is in the hospital. It's ...