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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — With the heat comes a time for many to jump in a pool. But it’s important to keep in mind safety first and foremost.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death worldwide, accounting for 7% of all injury-related deaths. Who said in the U.S., drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death in children ages one to 14 years old.

It can take only minutes for brain injury or even death to happen underwater. That’s why doctors remind parents and guardians to keep a close eye on children and be within arms-length of even younger children.

Physicians at Saint Francis Hospitalshad these safety reminders for kids who are going to the …