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Water may be sensory bliss for kids with autism — but it can also be a threat
Kids with autism can be 160 times more likely than other children to drown. Florida is dedicating state money to a program that prioritizes swim lessons for these kids.
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Fark
· Jul 3, 2026
In a departure for the tag, Florida is prioritizing water safety for children diagnosed with autism [Florida]
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The Economic Times
· Jul 7, 2026
Water crisis worsens in Rawalpindi, residents hit
Water crisis worsens in Rawalpindi, residents hit
Medical Daily
· Jul 3, 2026
The Fourth of July Is One of America's Highest Drowning-Risk Days: What Parents Need to Do Today
July 4 is one of America's highest drowning-risk days. The American Red Cross identifies 5 core water safety skills every child should have. Here's the checklist for parents today.
WyoFile
· Jun 22, 2026
Teton County considers testing water for chronic wasting disease
Experts say risk is low, but fatal ungulate disease is a new and emerging problem. The post Teton County considers testing water for chronic wasting disease appeared first on WyoFile .
NPR Topics: Health
· Jul 4, 2026
Move over Chutes & Ladders: Schisto & Ladders has educational value plus worms
Spread by parasitic worms that can infect via a splash of water, schistosomiasis causes debilitating symptoms. It hits kids hard. A board game teaches how to prevent it.
Korea Times News
· Jul 9, 2026
Child water safety guide: survival swimming, life jackets, constant supervision
Child water safety guide: survival swimming, life jackets, constant supervision
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Related coverage for "Water may be sensory bliss for kids with autism — but it can also be a threat": Fark — In a departure for the tag, Florida is prioritizing water safety for children diagnosed with autism [Florida]. The Economic Times — Water crisis worsens in Rawalpindi, residents hit . Medical Daily — The Fourth of July Is One of America's Highest Drowning-Risk Days: What Parents Need to Do Today. WyoFile — Teton County considers testing water for chronic wasting disease. NPR Topics: Health — Move over Chutes & Ladders: Schisto & Ladders has educational value plus worms. Korea Times News — Child water safety guide: survival swimming, life jackets, constant supervision