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Episode 85 - Water Safety Basics for Families: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Drowning Prevention

Dr. Julie Gilchrist joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about water safety. They explore common drowning risks and how to recognize when someone is in distress. Also learn about 5 key safety layers to protect kids from drowning and when to start children in swim lessons.

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Guest

Julie Gilchrist, MD, FAAP

Dr. Julie Gilchrist is a pediatrician and a researcher. She spent 20 years in the U.S. Public Health Service working at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She was responsible for research and programs aiming to protect children from common and severe unintentional injuries. She has published more than 90 peer reviewed articles, book chapters and government reports. Since retiring in 2017, she has continued to publish and assist nonprofit organizations and government agencies focused on protecting children from unintentional injuries.

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Theme music composed by Doug Nagel.


*The views expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and not necessarily those of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Last Updated
6/11/2026
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American Academy of Pediatrics (Copyright © 2026)
The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.