The May 30 Health & Science article about the Harlem Honeys and Bears, “Making a splash in Harlem,” was an inspiring look at overcoming stereotypes and finding joy. For this senior synchronized swimming team, diving into the water does just that. Unfortunately, as the article so aptly stated, swimming is a lifesaving skill that is lacking in the Black community. In fact, the rate of drownings is 50 percent higher for Black people than White people, and that needs to be discussed directly.