England gets 27 new bathing sites – but no guarantee they’ll be safe for swimming

Twenty-seven new bathing sites will be designated in England ahead of this summer’s swimming season, the government has announced. Giving waterways bathing status means the Environment Agency has to test them for pollution during the summer months, putting pressure on water companies to stop dumping sewage in them. [...]

England gets 27 new bathing sites – but no guarantee they’ll be safe for swimming2024-05-28T14:42:34+00:00

Innovations and Creativity in the Sport of Swimming

Innovation and creativity have played important roles in the development of the sport of swimming over the years. Here are some examples of how innovation and creativity have been applied in swimming: Swimwear: The development of new materials and designs in swimwear has helped swimmers [...]

Innovations and Creativity in the Sport of Swimming2023-02-21T16:05:20+00:00

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving emergency medical procedure used to revive a person whose breathing or heartbeat has stopped. The main purpose of CPR is to maintain blood flow to the brain and other vital organs until emergency medical services can arrive and take [...]

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation2023-02-19T19:34:40+00:00

Hypothermia

Hypothermia is a medical condition that occurs when the body's core temperature drops below its normal range, typically below 95°F (35°C). Hypothermia can occur due to prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, but it can also happen in mild temperatures under certain conditions such as wetness [...]

Hypothermia2023-02-19T19:14:13+00:00

Emergency LifeSaving

Swimming is a fun and healthy activity, but it can also be dangerous, especially when safety measures are not followed. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death worldwide, and it can happen to anyone, regardless of their age, gender, or swimming ability. Therefore, it [...]

Emergency LifeSaving2023-02-19T19:01:48+00:00
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