Child deaths by drowning keep rising in Houston
In the first five months of the year, 12 children have drowned in the Houston area a rate that if continued will far exceed the 23 who drowned in 2005.
Town near-drownings grim wake-up call for residents
After four near drownings this month in Gilbert, neighbors are watching closely attention as their kids escape the summer heat in backyard pools.
Firefighters come to rescue with fences
Arizona Republic, AZ - Apr 27, 2006… “How could you not worry every time you read those heartbreaking stories of kids drowning in pools?” Clemente asked. “I knew we needed a pool fence. …
Town near-drownings grim wake-up call for residents
Arizona Republic, AZ - May 26, 2006… according to town records. Gilbert does not require homeowners to construct a pool fence if the backyard is fenced in. That was the …
Cleaning mildew from enclosure
Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - May 12, 2006… Paul Roth of Roll-A-Way Protective Pool Fence in Orlando is a member of the Florida Swimming Pool Association — Central Florida Chapter. …
Man, 83, found floating in pool dead
Police are investigating the death of an 83-year-old man found floating in a swimming pool Wednesday evening. Detectives are investigating the death but there were no signs of foul play.
Attorney wins distinguished service award
One of local attorney Ted Schmidt’s happiest moments came last December.
Swimming, safety must always go together
With Memorial Day around the corner, I am looking forward to outdoor activities. Many of us will spend time enjoying the backyard pool, a public pool, lake, water park or the ocean. Swimming is a wonderful way to exercise while relaxing. But we should also be mindful of the dangers.
Water safety: Simple tips for safe swimming
Water safety is as important as a suit and towel when you’re swimming. Before you dive in, review these basic water-safety tips.
Firefighters come to rescue with fences
Arizona Republic, AZ - Apr 27, 2006… Launched in 2003 as a summer program, Adopt-A-Fence expanded to year-round last year to help keep up with the growing demand for pool fences in Maricopa County …
Hot tubs can pose drowning danger
United Press International - May 4, 2006GARLAND, Texas, May 4 (UPI) — US parents receive warnings to install pool fences and pool alarms to prevent an accidental drowning in the pool, but hot tubs …
SAFETY FIRST: Before anyone jumps in, make sure the pool, swimmers …
Detroit Free Press, United States - 9 hours ago… Consider a dive platform (solid, raised, flat surface) versus dive rocks. Check to see whether there are regulations mandating pool fences. …
Vigilance key to preventing water accidents
Norwich Bulletin, CT - 9 hours ago… Those calls can run all the way into November, he said. Each year, his company installs from 10 to 30 pool fences, Diamond said. …
Report lists top 20 ways to improve health
Times Herald-Record - 1. Daily aspirin to prevent heart attacks and stroke in men over 40 and women over 50. 2. Childhood immunizations for diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, measles, mumps, rubella, polio, hepatitis B, etc. 3. Tobacco-use screening and brief counseling
5 tips to make your backyard safer
Star-Gazette - With temperatures on the rise, more people will be spending time hanging out in their backyards having cook-outs and pool parties. Backyards also can harbor dangers if safety precautions aren’t taken. Two Minutes spoke to Elmira Fire Chief Tom
Aspirin tops list of keys to health
Certain patients can get the most benefit for the least money from a daily dose. What preventive health measures would save the most lives for the least money?
Officers to check pools
Brisbane Courier-Mail - BRISBANE City Council officers would be able to enter private properties to enforce mandatory pool covers, Lord Mayor Campbell Newman said yesterday. The council is considering the covers after regional mayors decided on Friday to require them for
Report lists best ways to improve health
Miami Herald - Walking benefits the body in a variety of ways. WASHINGTON - What preventive health measures would save the most lives for the least money? The top rank goes to taking aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes in men over 40 and women over
Aspirin tops list of keys to health
Orlando Sentinel - The top rank goes to taking aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes in men 40 and older and women 50 and older, according to a study reported Wednesday on the Web site of an alliance of health insurers, state health departments, academics
Aspirin tops list of keys to health
Orlando Sentinel - The top rank goes to taking aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes in men 40 and older and women 50 and older, according to a study reported Wednesday on the Web site of an alliance of health insurers, state health departments, academics
Consumer Health
GARLAND, Texas, May 4 (UPI) — U.S. parents receive warnings to install pool fences and pool alarms to prevent an accidental drowning in the pool, but hot tubs can also pose a danger.
Hot Tubs, Spas Can Pose Drowning Risks for Children
Summertime means fun in the backyard pool for scores of youngsters. Parents receive warnings to install pool fences and pool alarms to prevent an accidental drowning in the pool. But what about the backyard hot tub or spa? Has it been child-proofed for safety? Because a hot tub or spa is smaller, parents may not consider the dangerous hazards these can pose.
A top-20 list of preventive health measures
Boston Globe - The top rank goes to taking aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes in men over 40 and women over 50, according to a study reported Wednesday on the Web site of an alliance of health insurers, state health departments, academics, and trade
20 things we could do to be healthier
Seattle Times - Former Surgeon General David Satcher led an alliance of health insurers, state health departments, academics and trade groups as they tried to answer that question by reviewing more than 8,000 preventive-medicine studies. Below are their top 20
Aspirin tops list of health tips
Pioneer Press - The top rank goes to taking aspirin daily to prevent heart attacks and strokes in men older than 40 and women older than 50, according to a study reported Wednesday on the Web site of an alliance of health insurers, state health departments
