Bent in Chuuk
What started as stomach cramps eventually revealed to be a much more serious problem: decompression sickness. But the road to recovery was hard and filled with multiple hospitals and an unusual diagnosis. Read more.
Alert Diver Issue: Q4 2011
Wreck Exploration
Shipwrecks are like time capsules of maritime history. Divers of all abilities can appreciate shipwrecks. Gain some great tips and ideas on how to safely dive shipwrecks.
Emergency Oxygen and Oxygen Toxicity
DAN Medics answer your questions about dive medicine.
Immersion Pulmonary Edema
Immersion pulmonary edema (IPE) is observed in swimmers and divers with no apparent underlying medical condition. Pulmonary edema is an abnormal leakage of fluid from the bloodstream into the alveoli. Our experts answer your IPE questions.
The Importance of Buoyancy Control
Buoyancy control is imperative for optimal scuba diving safety. While the concepts are simple, masking proper buoyancy control can be difficult. Read more about buoyancy.
The Bird’s Head Seascape
In a land where wildlife outnumbers human life, conservationists are working to find a way to allow access to a rare area of diversity without destroying it in the process. Read more.
You Never Know
A vacation on a cruise ship, was littered with jellyfish run ins. But thanks to quick thinking, a DAN member’s training were vital in preventing serious injuries.
Alaska
Alaska has wildlife above and below the water that capture the imaginations of travelers of all ages. However, a dive photographer specifically curated a trip to Alaska to ensure he could capture images of Alaska marine life at ideal times. Read more about diving in Alaska.
Go Easy on the Ears
A female diver’s routine dives went south when she had trouble equalizing. Postdive, she had discomfort in the ears that eased, but never fully healed. Read more of her incident.
Microbial Hazards
Bacteria is an elusive and often undefined threat, but what dangers does it pose to divers? Take a look at the different microbial threats to divers, and learn what you can do to reduce the risk of infection.
