WHO Reports 38% Decline in Global Drowning Death Rate Since 2000
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The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever drowning prevention report, highlighting a 38% reduction in global drowning death rates since 2000. Despite this progress, over 30 people still drown every hour, totaling 300,000 deaths in 2021. The majority of victims are children and young adults under 29. The report emphasizes the need for ongoing efforts and practical interventions to further reduce drowning deaths, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
- WHO reports a 38% drop in drowning deaths since 2000.
- Drowning remains a significant public health issue with 300,000 deaths in 2021.
- Nearly half of drowning deaths are among people below 29 years of age.
Main Point :- (i) Low- and middle-income countries experience 90% of drowning deaths.
(ii) WHO recommends community-based actions to prevent drowning.
- Director-General: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (since 2017)
- Executive Board Chair: Dr. Jerome X. Walcott (Barbados)
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