July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day 🌊 What It Is: World Drowning Prevention Day is a United Nations-recognized international day dedicated to raising awareness about drowning as a serious but preventable global public health issue.

Drowning Prevention Day - Key Facts: Established by the UN: In April 2021, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution designating July 25 as World Drowning Prevention Day. Led by WHO, which coordinates global observance and guidance.

Drowning Prevention Day Why It Matters: Drowning kills 236,000 globally yearly It's one of leading causes of death for children under 5. Most occur in low- & middle-income countries Many are preventable thru public educ, pool barriers, water safety training & emergency response

🛟 Common Prevention Actions: Teaching children to swim Providing life jackets Installing barriers around water sources Training bystanders in CPR Strengthening water safety laws and enforcement

Annually Uganda loses 3000 people mainly young productive males due to drowning. All these deaths are avoidable. Let’s do something about it Global Health Advocacy Incubator Drowning Prevention Ministry of Works & Transport Reach A Hand Uganda Lopa Ghosh Jen Patterson Charles Onyum Jackie Okao