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Andrew Stafford

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Pandemic generation of aussie teens at risk of drowning - Caught on Camera

Pandemic Justin Scarr Covid-19 Royal Life Saving Australia
Research has linked a huge spike in teen drownings to missed swimming lessons during COVID. (Danny Casey/AAP PHOTOS)

The risk of drowning has skyrocketed for young Australians after millions of swimming lessons were missed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Royal Life Saving Australia has issued a startling warning, urging parents to book lessons for pre-teens after data revealed the pandemic's impact on national water safety.

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