What is Underwater Hypoxic Blackout and Who is UHBP?

<p>Underwater Hypoxic Blackout (UHB), or shallow water blackout, occurs when a swimmer loses consciousness due to lack of oxygen—usually from holding their breath too long. It is one of the top preventable causes of drowning and disproportionately impacts strong swimmers.&nbsp;<br><br>Britt Jackson, host of the Breath Hold Breakdown, will take you through the insights you need to better protect your family, friends, or facility. Britt shares insights applicable to back yard pools, swimming in bodies of water, and for life saving professionals working in the community.</p>

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Underwater Hypoxic Blackout (UHB), or shallow water blackout, occurs when a swimmer loses consciousness due to lack of oxygen—usually from holding their breath too long. It is one of the top preventable causes of drowning and disproportionately impacts strong swimmers.  Britt Jackson, host of the Breath Hold Breakdown, will take you through the insights you need to better protect your family, friends, or facility. Britt shares insights applicable to back yard pools, swimming in bodies of water, and for life saving professionals working in the community.

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What is Underwater Hypoxic Blackout and Who is UHBP?