When the heat is on, there is no better plan than going to the pool or the beach to cool off and spend a pleasant day of rest, relaxation, leisure and fun. In addition, it is the perfect opportunity to practice water sports such as swimming, which has numerous benefits for the body and mind.
However, we must be very careful after a certain age, since the pool and the beach include certain risks for the elderly. In fact, according to data from the Ministry of Health, more than 35% of people who die from drowning are over 65 years of age. To this we must add risks such as falls due to slips, digestion cuts or sunburn.
However, precautions must be taken to avoid unwanted accidents and ensure that visiting the pool or the beach in the elderly is a positive experience. In this regard, we review the recommendations of the Ministry of Health.
