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Before you pack up for the pool or beat it to the beach, here are some pointers that could help keep you out of hot water.

Always swim in designated areas with a lifeguard present, and never swim alone. Keep a close eye on children at all times and make sure they know the basics of water safety.

My parents didn’t swim, and I also never learned swimming growing up. Second, it’s hard for adults to properly supervise children swimming if they can’t swim themselves.

Drowning is the top cause of death in young kids. As pools and beaches reopen for the summer, emergency physician Dr. Leana Wen discusses important water-safety tips.

Private swimming pools should all have childproof fencing around them. The fencing should enclose the pool, have a self-close latch out of the reach of children and be at least 4 feet high.