Volume 2, Issue 2
May 2009
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The tourist season is in full swing, with warm temperatures inviting swimming and sunbathing. Unfortunately, there is an aspect to remember:
Statistics show that, every year, 500,000 people are hospitalised worldwide due to accidental drowning* and more than 140,000 people die.
Drowning may cause:
Statistics show that, every year, 500,000 people are hospitalised worldwide due to accidental drowning* and more than 140,000 people die.
Drowning may cause:
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pulmonary oedema
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respiratory insufficiency
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permanent brain damage
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paralysation due to damage of the spinal chord
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death of the victim
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Contrary to common belief, people can’t only drown in the sea, but also: -
Children over 1 year old & adults can be at risk -
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in the sea
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in swimming pools
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in lakes & rivers
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There are many ways in which we can prevent accidents in water from happening -
If you take part in water-sports, hire a boat or other water-based
Children under 1 year old can be at risk of drowning -
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in the bath tub
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in water buckets
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in toilets
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In puddles
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never leave your children unattended
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never drink & swim (no alcohol!)
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wait three hours after a meal before swimming
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do not over-estimate your swimming capabilities
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do not go out of your depth if you cannot swim confidently
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do not dive into unknown waters – watch for large rocks
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Be aware of what is happening around you on the beach or in the sea, someone is difficulty may not always be making a lot of noise!
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activities, wear life jackets.
In Roda the water-sports and boat hire facilities all offer life-jackets, make sure you have the right size.
Lookout for courses offering lessons in basic first aid and CPR (cardio-pulmonary resus-citation) to be able to
In Roda the water-sports and boat hire facilities all offer life-jackets, make sure you have the right size.
Lookout for courses offering lessons in basic first aid and CPR (cardio-pulmonary resus-citation) to be able to
help others in need.If you are not qualified to perform water rescue, i.e. trained as a lifeguard, call the emergency telephone numbers: 112 or 166, or consider what other resources are available to you:
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a piece of wood
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It is good advice, not to swim alone if you suffer from -
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epilepsy
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mental health problems
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severe arthritis
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diabetes
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cardiac disease
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any chronic illness
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have cause to use them, than to not have them and feel useless in an emergency situation, prevention is always the best course of action.
The beach at Roda is perfect for families and those who are not confident in the water, with its shallow waters.
The beach at Roda is perfect for families and those who are not confident in the water, with its shallow waters.
Enjoy your holiday
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a life-ring or buoy
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any floating device
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It is better to have the skills and not to
Spyridoula is a Registered Nurse & is a CPR Trainer (certified by European Resuscitation Council)
