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Citation |
Witman GD. Int. J. Aquatic Res. Educ. 2008; 2(1): 56-58. |
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Affiliation |
American Red Cross, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2008, Bowling Green State University) |
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Abstract |
A review of the literature concerned with the economic impact of submersion injury prompted this article. By better understanding the magnitude of the economic cost to the United States of drownings and near drownings, it is possible to more clearly visualize the opportunity that exists for providing more and better training for people to respond to aquatic emergencies, especially in nontraditional settings. The goal of this article is to present some reliable estimates of the economic impact of drowning and encourage practitioners to consider alternatives that would reduce the costs resulting from drownings in inland lakes and rivers. |