Drowning fatalities in childhood: the role of pre-existing medical conditions.
Richard C FranklinJohn H PearnAmy E PedenPublished in: Archives of disease in childhood (2017)
Except for epilepsy, this research has indicated that the risks of drowning while undertaking aquatic activities are not increased in children with pre-existing medical conditions. Children with pre-existing medical conditions can enjoy aquatic activities when appropriately supervised.