Abstract: International data severely underestimates actual drowning numbers. Almost all victims are able to help themselves or are rescued in time. This study aims to report the occurrence of Drowning Chain of Survival actions and resuscitations needed in a fully operational lifeguard service.

Citation: Szpilman, D., de Barros Oliveira, R., Mocellin, O., & Webber, J. (2018). Is drowning a mere matter of resuscitation?. Resuscitation, 129, 103-106.