When drowning occurs, the organs become heavy and the supply of oxygen to the heart stops. Without oxygen supply, the body will die. On average, a person can hold their breath for about 30 seconds.

Hammerhead sharks can hold their breath to survive almost freezing-cold waters during deep dives, a study has found. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Science on Thursday ...

Adults need to consider being trained as lifeguards and water safety instructors By CATHY GORDON, American Red Cross – Koochiching County Chapter Manager By now most of us have heard about ...