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Swimming safety

The following swim safety tips can help reduce your risk from swimming:

1. Swim in areas that are designated for swimming, like pools and roped off sections of lakes and other bodies of water. If possible, swim in areas that are supervised by lifeguards.
2. If you aren’t swimming with lifeguard supervision, bring a buddy.
3. Consider taking swimming lessons if you’re new to the sport. You can enroll in age-appropriate classes.
4. Swimming outdoors? Wear sunscreen of at least SPF 15 or higher to protect your skin.
5. Don’t forget to drink water, even if you aren’t thirsty. You may feel cool from the water, but you can get dehydrated while swimming. Drink plenty of water and avoid drinks with alcohol or caffeine in them.
6. Children should always be supervised when near water. Never let children swim alone to avoid the risk of drowning.
7. Avoid Alcohol and Drugs
   Never swim while under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs. Alcohol and recreational drugs impair judgment, coordination and balance, which can be made even worse by outdoor heat and sun exposure Even if you're a strong swimmer, you can succumb to the effects of alcohol and drugs. If you're taking any medication, ask your doctor about any possible side effects, such as drowsiness or impaired motor skill, and avoid swimming if they do.