A Well-Rounded Strait
Lembeh Strait is known for tiny critters and macro photography, but there’s much more than muck to this Indonesian wonder. Read more about how to dive in Lembeh Strait.
Alert Diver Issue: Q4 2013
Rescue of an Unconscious Diver
The rescuing of an unconscious diver is a complicated event and requires strength and training. Learn how to rescue an unconscious diver.
The Observer Effect
The observer effect is real. When you dive, your presence has a significant impact on the marine world around you. Regardless of your intent, human presence in the ocean is intrusive. Learn more about what exactly the observer effect is.
Keep Your Skills Sharp
An emergency skills instructor saw first-hand how these important skills matter. His friend was able to help his mother when she was choking. Read more about important safety skills.
Emergency Simulations for Dive Professionals
In-service training is on-the-job education or skills development designed to improve staff members’ capabilities. Its importance for dive professionals cannot be overemphasized. Read more about the importance of in-service training for dive pros.
The Nitrogen Saturation Myth
DAN medics and researchers answer your questions about dive medicine.
The World of Competitive Freediving
Competitive freediving has grown in popularity since 2000. Technological advances and more have helped lead the surge in freedivers. Read more.
Recognition is Essential
Post dive, a diver had immediate symptoms including shortness of breath and tingling extremities, but the dive boat did not recommend emergency treatments. The situation progressively worsened. Read more about the incident.
All Is Lost
“All is Lost” is a film that documents the solo journey of a boatman who experiences tech issues. Anyone who has ever been on a liveaboard can relate.
Shooter: Doug Perrine
Photographer Doug Perrine is an accomplished wildlife photographer who specializes in marine life. Read more about Perrine and how he got into diving.
