Drowning is one of the leading cause of unintentionally injury death globally. In India, drowning deaths were estimated to exceed 62,000 in 2017. Drowning risk is shaped by a complex interaction of demographic, socio-economic, occupational and environmental factors such as age, sex, occupational exposure, and climate-related hazards. This study aims to explore community members' lived experiences, perceptions of drowning risks, protective factors, and prevention opportunities

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Drowning is a major cause of death in Uganda, especially among young adults with water-based occupations and livelihoods. Information about drowning and other water-related deaths and injuries is limited. To address this gap in knowledge, study partners assessed knowledge, attitudes and beliefs about drowning and drowning prevention interventions in the Mayuge district of eastern Uganda. LINK to Publication LINK to Poster

Alyssa Ponrartana, Consortium of Universities for Global Health, February 2025 LINK to Poster

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Drowning is a major cause of death in Uganda, especially among young adults with water-based occupations and livelihoods. Information about

Kyra Guy, Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Mexico City, October 2023