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Eating and drinking are the most common ways that people are exposed to arsenic, a chemical that occurs naturally in the earth's crust. Studies have linked long-term exposure of arsenic in drinking wa... Details >

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Arsenic in ground water is largely the result of minerals dissolving from weathered rocks and soils. Several types of cancer have been linked to arsenic in water. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has... Details >

U.S. Geological Survey

Also available in: Spanish 

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 350 children under five years of age drown each year in swimming pools, many in residential pools. ... Details >

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

This page links to information on beach protection, water quality, and beach reports and references.... Details >

Office of Water, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

This site provides information about the campaign resources to increase awareness about the importance of wearing life jackets while on the water. Working with partner organizations such as the Nation... Details >

National Safe Boating Council  

There are many boating safety courses offered throughout the country. Visit this site for a summary of where you might be able to take some courses.... Details >

National Safe Boating Council  

This page links you to safety, regulation, and statistical resources about boating safety.... Details >

National Safe Boating Council  

Visitors to this site can access publications about "federal requirements and safety tips for recreational boats" and others related to boating and water safety.... Details >

Office of Boating Safety, U.S. Coast Guard  

This is the homepage to EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline; the page provides information about drinking water and ground water programs authorized under the Safe Drinking Water Act.... Details >

EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline

Every year, millions of people visit “recreational water” sites, such as swimming pools, water parks, hot tubs, lakes, rivers, or the ocean. This Web site provides information for swimmers, pool opera... Details >

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Also available in: Spanish 

During a flood and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect one’s personal health and safety. This fact sheet discusses how to keep food and water safe after a natu... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

These are answers to frequently asked questions about tap water contaminated with lead.... Details >

National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The official journal of the National Water Safety Congress, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting recreation water safety in the United States. The focus of this journal is in keeping with ... Details >

National Water Safety Congress  

This page links to a list of publications from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission that focus on child water safety and drowning prevention. Some topics covered include hair entrapment in drai... Details >

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Also available in: Spanish 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns consumers about hidden drowning hazards for small children in and around the home. Recent data show that a third as many children under age 5 (... Details >

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

This Web site is designed to educate young boaters about safe boating practices. The site provides plenty of activities, cartoons and fun games.... Details >

National Safe Boating Council  

Drowning is a quick and silent killer and leading cause of death for children. Learn why kids are at risk and what you can do to protect your family and community. ... Details >

Safe Kids Worldwide  

Water activities are a great way to stay cool and have a good time with your friends or your family. Take along these tips — and your common sense — to get wet, make waves, and have a blast! ... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This page presents information about water-related injuries in the United States, including an overview, groups at risk, and risk factors.... Details >

National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Also available in: French  Spanish 

This fact sheet provides information for consumers on what they need to know about food and water safety during hurricanes, power outages, and floods. The fact sheet discusses preparedness tips when t... Details >

Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration