Dr. Tom Griffiths and Dr. Rachel Griffiths discuss a non-fatal case that had repercussions not just physically, but also for the victim's career. Slips and falls can range from minor to major accidents and affect all ages, with the older population particularly at risk.

Dr. Tom Griffiths and Dr. Rachel Griffiths discuss what happens when a church group visits a waterfront. Plans should be in place anytime children will be using the water, especially with groups. The fate of the case is also discussed.

The high dive has been historically a source of bravery and pride. Find out where all the high boards have gone and the surprising dangers of this recreational activity. A note about boards in home swimming pools is also discussed.

This week is a case with two men training to be Navy SEALS in a swimming pool. Find out what went wrong and how these mishaps can be prevented. Dr. Tom also discusses more logistics of the lawsuit case.

Children with groups such as day camps visiting the pool can be at risk. Even with supervisors on duty and some protections put in place, a child can still slip into water over their head. Dr. Tom Griffiths and Dr. Rachel Griffiths discuss what happens with one day camp at the pool and a 6 year old boy.

Dr. Tom Griffiths and Dr. Rachel Griffiths discuss a case in which teenagers go to a waterpark for a group outing. Red flags are present before the drowning occurs. Prevention strategies are outlined.

Next week, we will be adding a new part to the podcast, discussing some logistics of the actual lawsuits and arguments made by each side when available.

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Getting a vacation house comes with excitement and provides an escape, until a little one escapes supervision and slips into the pool. This week Dr. Tom and Dr. Rachel discuss this all too common, little known tragedy that can happen in rentals with pools. Prevention measures are possible. What to think about in terms of safety on the part of the renter and property management are explored.

Young children are an age group at risk of drowning, but they're not the only ones. An older man, who is a strong swimmer experiences a medical event during a triathlon. Luckily, this one is a success story, but not without lessons to learn!

A child can slip away from the house unnoticed. Non-swim times, when you don't expect a child to be swimming can be particularly dangerous. Situational awareness of bodies of water around you if you have inexperienced swimmers and how to protect your own pool are discussed.

A couple of hidden dangers of playing at the beach are exposed. Dr. Rachel Griffiths and Dr. Tom Griffiths discuss a case highlighting the dangers of digging in the sand. There are simple solutions to prevent these potential tragedies.