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¹Nationwide Children's Hospital and College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio; sarah.denny@nationwidechildrens.org.

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Pediatrics
Injury Prevention

Background:

Drowning is a leading cause of death for children in the United States.
In 2018, approximately 900 children under 20 years old died from drowning.
Effective prevention strategies exist to mitigate this public health issue.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the significant impact of drowning as a cause of child mortality.
To emphasize the crucial role of pediatricians in drowning prevention initiatives.
To advocate for increased pediatrician involvement in educating families and communities about water safety.

Main Methods:

Review of national child mortality data related to drowning.
Analysis of existing drowning prevention strategies.
Discussion of the pediatrician's role as an educator and advocate.

Main Results:

Drowning remains a primary cause of preventable death among US children.
Pediatricians are uniquely positioned to influence child safety and reduce drowning incidents.
Educational and advocacy roles for pediatricians are vital for community-level prevention.

Conclusions:

Pediatricians are essential partners in reducing childhood drowning deaths.
Implementing comprehensive prevention strategies with pediatrician involvement can save lives.
Continued advocacy and education are necessary to address the burden of pediatric drowning.