Thread by @WHO

It's the first-ever World #DrowningPrevention Day

Every year, drowning claims the lives of at least 236,000 people. It's 1 of the 🔝10 causes of death for people aged 1-24 years

We can all take action to end drowning
Anyone can drown, no one should 🏊‍
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It's World #DrowningPrevention Day

Most drowning deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. However, drowning affects every nation in the world 🗺️

Anyone can drown, no one should 🏊‍♂️

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Those at greatest risk of drowning are often those least able to protect themselves, like 🧒 under 5 years.
There are many tested solutions to prevent this tragedy, so let's scale up #DrowningPrevention to save lives!

Anyone can drown, no one should 🏊‍♂️

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#DrowningPrevention measures incl.:
🚧Barriers controlling access to water
✅Safe places for children away from water
🏊‍♂️Teaching swimming & safety skills
🆘Safe rescue & resuscitation training
🌊Flood risk management
⛴️Boat, ship & ferry regulations

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"We need the support of governments, civil society, academia and the media to keep the spotlight on this preventable cause of death. Working together we can build a healthier and safer world for all."
-@DrTedros

World #DrowningPrevention Day