From Reuters.

Scientists in the UK are debunking the myth that people of African, Caribbean and Asian heritage cannot float due to higher bone density. A study by the Black Swimming Association and University of Portsmouth found that body fat percentage, not bone density, is the main factor in buoyancy. Researchers hope the findings will break down barriers and encourage more people from these communities to learn to swim, potentially saving lives.

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