Effects of Diving on the Brain
It is unknown what kind of effect diving has on the brain, but some researchers have found “white spots” in the brain with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Read expert opinions on diving and brain health.
Alert Diver Issue: Q2 2013
Tropical Queensland
Cairns may be the planet’s finest portal to world-class diving. See why the Coral Sea deserves its name, and learn what wonders await in the waters of Queensland.
Training Beyond Borders
The Training Beyond Borders Diving Emergency Symposium is the first program of its kind, offering DAN courses to firefighters, Red Cross personnel, civil protection emergency responders and National Marine Park rangers in the Yucatán — all with full scholarships.
Sweet Spot in Time
Today more than ever before, society is becoming aware of good reasons and real opportunities to protect the sea we value. It is not too late for the oceans.
Coming to Grips with Symptoms
A diver had odd sensations in her hand but she wasn’t too concerned…until complications arose. Read more about this diver’s story.
Cancer and Scuba Diving
A cancer diagnosis may upend your scuba diving plans, but it is possible to return t o the water after treatments. Read more about cancer and scuba diving.
More Than Just Bubbles
While prevention against decompression sickness, it’s relatively rare. Comparatively, there are more common hazards to divers. Read more.
Significant Sargassum
Sargassum plays a significant role in a healthy marine ecosystem in different ways, including providing shelter and fostering breeding opportunities. Read more about sargassum and its importance.
Greater Protection for Reef Corals
Reef corals demand greater protections. Broad reef protections have been helpful, protections specifically for corals are needed. Read more about threats to corals and what you can do as a diver and ocean lover.
Mission: USS Hatteras
The historical significance of the Hatteras wreck is enormous because of the speed at which it sank, its depth and its cargo of guns, ammunition, personal effects and even the ship’s cash box. The wreck remains largely intact and untouched. Read more about the sinking of the USS Hatteras.
