Sacramento, CA – Sacramento County has already experienced 5 near-drownings and drownings this season, and the summer season has just begun. According to Safe Kids USA, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death among children ages 1 to 4. Sacramento County Public Health Officer Dr. Olivia Kasirye will discuss the steps parents and caregivers can take to prevent such accidents.
WHAT: Residential poolside photo and interview opportunity with Sacramento County Public Health Officer,
Olivia Kasirye to discuss steps to prevent child drownings.
WHEN: Friday, June 8th, 1 pm – 2 pm
WHERE: (Please wait in front of residence until Laura McCasland arrives to escort you)
1749 Carmelo Drive
Carmichael, CA 95608
WHY: Sacramento has already experienced three child drownings and two near-drownings this summer
season. There are steps that families can take to prevent these accidents from happening.
