NDPA Press & Media
The NDPA has been and continues to be a resource for the media when covering drowning incidents, drowning prevention, general water safety, the science behind drowning and water safety, swimming, and other topics. The NDPA has worked with Headline News (CNN Affiliate), Good Morning America, The Today Show, NBC Nightly News, and many local news departments.
Topics NDPA Can Provide Input On
- Drowning and Non-fatal Drowning Statistics
- Drowning Science & Terminology
- Layers of Protection around water
- Lifeguard Management & Training
- Rescue Equipment Vs. Toys
- Lifejackets
- Swimming & Swim Lessons
- General Water Safety
- Backyard Pool Safety
- Water Safety While Traveling
- Open Water Swimming
Reach out to the NDPA for comment on any of the above topics and more! We are happy to help support your news story or project!
Latest Releases
The National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) Launches the Commitment to Safer Waters Seal Program, Recognizing Industry Partners and Leaders.
April 1, 2026
(April 1, 2026) – The National Drowning Prevention Alliance launches the Commitment to Safer Waters Seal Program, recognizing organizations dedicated to water safety, prevention, and protecting lives.
National Drowning Prevention Alliance Reinforces Importance of Swimming as a Child’s #FirstSport with Summer Water Recreation Season, Olympic Swim Trials Officially Underway
June 19, 2024
(Tustin, CA – June 19, 2024) – With the U.S. Olympic swim trials in progress and medal hopefuls grabbing the attention of young children who look to follow in their footsteps, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (NDPA) (www.ndpa.org) is teaming ...
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The AAP Says Kids Should Start Swim Lessons At 1 To Minimize Drowning Risk
July 16, 2024
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) actually recommends starting swim lessons as young as age 1, to protect against the risk of drowning.

