Prevention of Drowning: Policy Statement

PEDIATRICS 2026

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Authors: Rohit Shenoi, Tracy McCallin, Caitlin Farrell, Shabana Yusuf, Sadiqa Kendi, Julie Gilchrist, Linda Quan, Lois K. Lee, Alison Culyba, James Dodington, Katherine T. Flynn‐O’Brien, Aimee Grace
+6 more Maya Haasz, Sadiqa A. I. Kendi, Andrew Waititu Kiragu, Terri D. McFadden, Kevin C. Osterhoudt, Benjamin D. Hoffman
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2026-077410
Cited by: 1
References: 49

Abstract

Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional injury death in children. Multiple layers of prevention are necessary, because no single method is effective in preventing drowning. This policy statement guides clinicians, families, community partners, injury-prevention professionals, and policy makers regarding evidence-based best practices for reducing pediatric drowning.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Injury Epidemiology and Prevention Occupational Health and Safety Research Agriculture and Farm Safety

Publication details

Journal / source
PEDIATRICS
Publisher
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Volume
158
Issue
1
Publication date
18 May 2026
Language
EN