09/23/2026
Not all drownings are fatal — but that doesn't mean they're not serious.
Nonfatal drowning happens when someone survives a drowning incident but can still experience serious, sometimes lifelong effects — from lung damage to brain injury caused by lack of oxygen. It's often called a "near drowning," but the consequences can be very real and long-lasting, even without a tragic ending.
This is why every second counts, and why prevention matters just as much as rescue.
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