Swimming is one of the most important life skills a person can learn - for children and adults alike. Yet drowning remains a leading cause of unintentional death for young children in the United States, and millions of adults lack basic swimming ability. Thankfully, research shows that formal swim lessons save lives and build confidence in the water. THE TRUTH BEHIND WATER SAFETY: WHAT THE STATISTICS TELL US For children: Drowning is the #1 cause of unintentional injury deat