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Drowning is responsible for 320,000 deaths annually among all age groups worldwide.
Drowning is responsible for 320,000 deaths annually among all age groups worldwide.
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What was the leading cause of mortality among children aged 0 to 4 years according to the 2014 study?
What was the leading cause of mortality among children aged 0 to 4 years according to the 2014 study?
Which age group is identified as having a higher risk of drowning in the UAE?
Which age group is identified as having a higher risk of drowning in the UAE?
Children aged 0 to 5 years
Drowning in swimming pools causes _____% of all drowning deaths.
Drowning in swimming pools causes _____% of all drowning deaths.
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Match the following countries with their drowning statistics related to UAE's child mortality:
Match the following countries with their drowning statistics related to UAE's child mortality:
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How many drownings among children aged 0 to 14 years were recorded in the UAE between 2000-2006?
How many drownings among children aged 0 to 14 years were recorded in the UAE between 2000-2006?
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According to WHO reports, UAE is among the countries with the highest number of drowning deaths among children.
According to WHO reports, UAE is among the countries with the highest number of drowning deaths among children.
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What percentage of individuals in the UAE consumed by death is due to drowning?
What percentage of individuals in the UAE consumed by death is due to drowning?
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What percentage of drowning deaths occurs in swimming pools globally?
What percentage of drowning deaths occurs in swimming pools globally?
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How many drownings among children aged 0 to 14 years occurred in the UAE between 2000-2006?
How many drownings among children aged 0 to 14 years occurred in the UAE between 2000-2006?
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Which two countries have a significantly lower child mortality rate from drowning compared to the UAE?
Which two countries have a significantly lower child mortality rate from drowning compared to the UAE?
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What is the global annual death toll caused by drowning?
What is the global annual death toll caused by drowning?
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According to UNICEF and WHO, how does the drowning death rate in the UAE compare to that of developed countries like Norway?
According to UNICEF and WHO, how does the drowning death rate in the UAE compare to that of developed countries like Norway?
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Study Notes
Swimming Pool Safety
- Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for children between 0 and 4 years old.
- Drowning is a significant contributor to unintentional injuries, accounting for approximately 320,000 deaths globally each year.
- 25% of these drowning deaths occur in swimming pools.
- In the UAE, the prevalence of luxury homes with swimming pools makes pool safety particularly important.
- The UAE has a higher rate of drowning deaths among children (ages 0-5) compared to developed countries like Norway and Australia.
- The UAE has a death rate of 6% from drowning according to studies, highlighting the seriousness of the issue.
- The Ministry of Health reported 76 drownings among children aged 0 to 14 years between 2000 and 2006.
Unintentional Injuries and Child Mortality
- A 2014 study revealed that unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death among children aged 0 to 4 years.
- These injuries encompass falling, drowning, burns, and poisoning.
- Drowning accounts for an estimated 320,000 deaths globally each year, with 25% occurring in swimming pools.
Drowning Statistics in the UAE
- The UAE's high number of luxury homes with swimming pools makes pool safety a significant concern.
- Data from UNICEF (2015) and WHO (2016) indicates a higher rate of child drowning deaths (0-5 years old) in the UAE compared to developed countries like Norway and Australia.
- UAE has approximately 6% of drowning deaths occurring in the country.
- The Ministry of Health reported 76 drowning deaths among children (0-14 years old) between 2000 and 2006.
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Test your knowledge on swimming pool safety, especially concerning the risks of drowning among young children. This quiz highlights the alarming statistics of unintentional injuries and drowning incidents in the UAE, providing crucial information for parents and caregivers. Understanding these facts is essential for ensuring safety in and around swimming pools.
