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Stem
the tide of toddler drownings!
Figures
show that the number of toddler drownings in WA more than doubled from
2002 to 2003. Ten toddlers drowned in 2003 in WA, compared with four
in 2002 (2004 figures not yet available).
Seven
of the toddlers drowned in home pools, one in a bath, another in a
nappy bucket and the last in a river. A lapse or absence of
supervision was identified in all cases and fences were found to be
inadequate in four of the seven pool deaths.
Here's
a better statistic: No drownings in 33 years. That's the enviable
record of the swimming pool safety net, invented and first installed
in 1972. Aquanet Australia, established in 1988 has installed hundreds
of safety nets on pools, spas and fish ponds.
While
vigilant adult supervision is the ultimate protection, it is
impossible to watch children 24 hours a day. Fitting an Aquanet safety
net will provide peace of mind - just in case.
Please
call Roger at Aquanet, all hours, on 9335 6986
Mental
Health Act review retains shock therapy for children over 12
The
Citizens Committee on Human Rights has expressed alarm that highly
controversial electroshock treatment will not be outlawed under a
review of WA's Mental Health Act. Despite widespread belief that the
treatment, also known as Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), is no longer
administered, this is not the case.
The
highly controversial treatment involves up to 460 volts of electricity
sent through the brain, creating a grand mal seizure. It can cause
brain damage, memory loss and even death.
There
are no recommendations under the review of the Act to fully outlaw the
use of ECT. It would only be banned on children under the age of 12.
"According
to the recommendations if a child over the age of 12 is made an
involuntary patient and detained by law, the child could be given ECT
without any parental or guardian consent required, " said Ron
Carlisle from the CCHR.
"This
is not a therapy, but a barbaric torture. Electro shock should be
banned."
The
CCHR is seeking public support for its campaign to protect WA children
and is asking readers to contact their local Member of Parliament and
the WA Health Minister. To sign a petition, contact CCHR on 9228 0960.
Learn
how to swim the State Swim way!
The
State Swim system is recognised as a leader in Aquatic Education in
Australia. Excellent teachers and an outstanding training system
create a winning combination. Small, graded classes and warm water at
32 degrees C are two important elements that ensure success, while
graded classes mean students are taught with others of similar age and
ability, only progressing when they complete the required skills.
The
State Swim system is designed to accommodate all skill levels, from
babies of six months of age to hesitant beginners, to the more
accomplished swimmer. They believe in acknowledging accomplishment and
a series of State Swim certificates reward pupils' achievements as
they progress.
State
Swim swimming schools are clean, efficient and well-run, providing the
optimum environment for instruction and skill development. Warm water
is of paramount concern and the equipment and pool chemistry are
constantly monitored throughout the day. The indoor, heated pools
provide ideal conditions in which to enjoy swimming the whole year
round.
State
Swim has five schools across Perth at Joondalup 9300 0500, Hillarys
9401 1155, Osborne Park 9444 1044, East Fremantle 9339 4520 and
Canning Vale 9256 1677. For information contact the school nearest to
you or visit the website at www.stateswim.com.au
or see the ad on page 5.
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