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swimming

Does salt water help your cut?

Sunscreen on cloudy days? Get the skinny on the health myths of summer.

Kids can drown quickly and silently

Prevention is key, and CPR offers the best chance for neurological recovery from a near-drowning incident.

Neck hazards: Football, cycling, lifting

Proper gear is essential to mitigate harm, but you should always know your athletic abilities and avoid placing yourself at unnecessary risk, doctors say.

Exercise boosts kids’ brain health, too

Working up a sweat is good for cognition, whether you're 8 or 80.

Patient Story

A silver lining

Heart transplant recipient and competitive swimmer Fred Nelis makes a formidable showing on the world stage in Spain.

Brush up on swim safety for summer

Pediatricians' group offers tips on how to protect kids by the pool, lake or ocean.

Mid-life exercise could jog your memory

A combination of aerobic and resistance training is best for boosting brain health.

Headed to the pool? Protect yourself

Bacteria and viruses can make you sick if you don't take precautions.

Patient Story

Hope floats

In his first major swim competition since his heart transplant two years ago, Fred Nelis proves he’s unsinkable.

Breath-holding games are dangerous

CDC warns that even seasoned athletes can drown.