Every drowning is preventable. Solutions exist.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has set out six evidence-based solutions to prevent drowning , along with detailed implementation guidance on how to implement them. While implementation will vary by context, it is important that the global drowning prevention community is consistent and coherent in articulating these interventions: 1. Teaching basic swimming, water safety and safe rescue skills to school-age children. 2. Providing safe places away from water for pre-school children, with capable childcare. 3. Installing barriers controlling access to water. 4. Training bystanders in safe rescue and resuscitation. 5. Setting and enforcing safe boating, shipping and ferry regulations, including the wearing of personal flotation devices. 6. Building resilience and managing flood risks and other hazards.