May is National Water Safety Month! – Teens

As we spend more time outside and in or around water, it’s crucial that we familiarize ourselves with water safety information that will protect the entire family! Drowning can happen in an instant, without notice or much noise. So as we get out and enjoy some fun in the sun, keep these water safety tips in mind to ensure a fun-filled summer for you and your family!

For questions regarding this or other safety information, you may contact Lacy Coffren at the Garrett County Health Department- Early Care Programs- 301-334-7720.

​When it comes to water safety, be a good role model for your teen! That means always wearing life jackets when boating and making sure your teen understands how using alcohol and drugs increases the risk of drowning.

Source: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/5-Water-Safety-Tips-for-Kids-of-all-Ages.aspx

Shared by Lacy Coffren from the Garrett County Health Department’s Early Care Unit.

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John Corbin (BSBA, CPT, MCPT, CSNC)

Communications, Data Science, and Informatics Administrator | Public Information Officer at Garrett County Health Department

Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics Unit
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