Children can drown in pools any time of year. And bathtubs, toilets, and buckets of water can also pose risks, especially for very young children. But they can stay safe around water all year long with these tips: Keep pool water levels high year round. If a child fell into 5 feet of water and… Continue reading Drowning Is Not a Seasonal Problem
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Swimming-Pool Safety Guide
Here, from Life Saver Pool Fence Systems (www.poolfence.com ), is life-saving information on how to keep your pool safe for your kids and grandkids through the summer swimming season: Home pools are becoming more common every day. They provide an excellent means of recreation for your entire family and friends a large part of the… Continue reading Swimming-Pool Safety Guide
Avoiding Athlete’s Foot
Despite the name, athlete’s foot can happen to anyone. It is a common fungal infection that most people get from walking barefoot in moist, public places like a swimming pool deck or locker room. Athlete’s foot can result in flaky skin, cracking, and itchiness on the soles of the foot and between the toes. To… Continue reading Avoiding Athlete’s Foot