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Dive Boat Safety
July 3rd, 2022
All boat operators should follow a checklist for necessary equipment, including having the required items on board and ensuring they are in working order. Some of these should be easy to spot — life j... Read More
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A Little Detail
July 3rd, 2022
How did I end up with the hematoma? It was a coldwater day for a South Floridian, which is why I chose to wear a thicker wetsuit and hood, which are always stiff. When I descended, I performed the usu... Read More
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Unconscious Diver
July 3rd, 2022
Stop and think went out the window, and I acted. I jumped into the water with my damp wetsuit around my waist and swam to the diver, about 20 feet from the boat. My countless rescue exercises came to ... Read More
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Destination Antartica
July 3rd, 2022
The islands and ice are rich with diverse wildlife. You’ll catch stunning views of massive glaciers with aqua blue and teal veins running through them, and the ice’s textures are constantly changing. ... Read More
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Field Neurology for Divers
June 28th, 2022
Diving injuries involving the nervous system, including decompression sickness (DCS), arterial gas embolism (AGE) and ear barotrauma (EBT), are blessedly rare, but when they do happen, these condition... Read More
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Decompression Illness
June 28th, 2022
Decompression illness, or DCI, is associated with a reduction in the ambient pressure surrounding the body. DCI encompasses two diseases, decompression sickness (DCS) and arterial gas embolism (AGE). ... Read More
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What Drowning Really Looks Like
June 28th, 2022
The popular conception of what drowning looks like is not accurate. Unlike this photo, drowning people usually can’t call out for help, and there is very little splashing or waving. Drowning is actual... Read More
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How to Create an Effective Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
June 28th, 2022
The on-call staff at Divers Alert Network® (DAN®) answer more than 2,500 emergency calls each year. In many cases, the outcome may have been better if an effective emergency action plan (EAP) had been... Read More
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Cardiac Arrythmias in Scuba Divers
June 13th, 2022
Sudden cardiac death, or SCD, is an abrupt, unexpected loss of heart function that results in fatality and often occurs in people who were previously presumed healthy. ... Read More
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Great White Scavengers
June 13th, 2022
White sharks actually earned their name during the whaling era because fishermen saw flashes of their white undersides as they ate whale carcasses. As a scientist, it’s cool when your observations and... Read More
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A Different Light
June 10th, 2022
In recent years a variety of LED lights created specifically for underwater imaging have become available, and the technology is continually and rapidly improving. The dazzlingly bright 14,000-lumen l... Read More
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Teach your Divers to be Prepared
June 9th, 2022
DAN takes the guesswork out of emergency logistics. Once a member calls the 24/7 hotline, DAN arranges care — including evacuations and complex air travel arrangements if necessary.... Read More
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Rely on Your Emergency Planning
May 30th, 2022
As a busy dive professional, you have to keep track of students and their individual needs, organize training logistics, evaluate water conditions, and keep track of an endless list of safety related ... Read More
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DCS and Denial
May 30th, 2022
DCS is often unpredictable, but regardless of the dive profile, a diver who has symptoms after diving should be evaluated by a doctor. If you ever suspect DCS, trust your instincts and don’t delay — ... Read More
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Be a Great Dive Buddy
May 30th, 2022
Throughout the dive, communication is paramount. Underwater, the pair must communicate clearly, effectively of course, wordlessly. Beyond understanding hand signals, an ideal buddy pair might even be... Read More
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Continuing Education Can Make You a Safer Diver
May 30th, 2022
Post-dive debriefs help solidify good practices and correct sub-optimal ones. Finally, don’t overlook the valuable connections you can make with other divers in your area. Lifelong learners make for g... Read More
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Environmental Stewardship
May 30th, 2022
When packing for a dive outing, bring reusable water bottles, bags, utensils, and straws. Choose means of sun protection that are less harmful to marine and aquatic life. The most environmentally sust... Read More
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Exploring Decompression Bubbles Using Advanced Ultrasound Techniques
May 30th, 2022
Bubbles known as venous gas emboli (VGE) can appear in the venous circulation during ascent due to the offgassing of nitrogen from the tissues. Normally the lungs are able to effectively filter them f... Read More
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Hypoxia Signatures in Closed-Circuit Rebreather Divers
May 30th, 2022
Malfunctions in closed circuit rebreathers (CCRs) can cause hypoxia if oxygen is not added to the breathing loop and the diver remains unaware of decreasing oxygen levels. Hypoxia, dangerously low ox... Read More
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Scuba Diving in Mozambique
April 25th, 2022
OVERVIEW OF SCUBA DIVING IN MOZAMBIQUEDiving in Mozambique is nothing short of spectacular and can easily be named as one of the largest marine life capitals of the world. Whales and whale sharks are... Read More
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Scuba Diving in South Africa
April 16th, 2022
CREDIT: Mirella WognumStart planning your next dive trip! Today you will learn about diving in South Africa.PART 1: OVERVIEW OF SCUBA DIVING IN SOUTH AFRICAFamous for its stunning landscapes and game ... Read More
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Scuba Diving in Kenya
April 16th, 2022
Start planning your next dive trip! Today you will learn about diving in Kenya. PART 1: OVERVIEW OF SCUBA DIVING IN KENYAKenya, officially known as the Republic of Kenya, is located in East Africa. It... Read More
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Scuba Diving in Malawi
April 16th, 2022
CREDIT: Brandi MuellerStart planning your next dive trip! Today you will learn about diving in Mauritius.DIVING LAKE MALAWI Literally diving in an aquarium, Lake Malawi contains aquarists’ favorite fr... Read More
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Scuba Diving in Nosy Be
April 16th, 2022
CREDIT: SpotMyDiveStart planning your next dive trip! Today you will learn about diving in Nosy Be.REVIEW SCUBA DIVING IN NOSY BEMadagascar: does this name evoke in you a distant and mysterious land? ... Read More
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