How to (Re)Build a Kelp Forest
Kelp forests are incredibly important for healthy ecosystems’, and they are getting rebuilt in California. Read more about kelp forests.
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Panic and Post-Traumatic Stress
During a dive trip in Hawaii, a diver had a panic attack thinking he was running out of air after an equipment malfunction. Read more of his story.
Don’t Connect the Dots
DAN medics and researchers answer your questions about dive medicine.
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Prepare to Get Found
Diver Jim surfaced before the rest of his group and unintentionally drifted in the water — separating him from the boat. Read more about how to play an active role in your rescue.
Mangroves & Seagrass
Mangrove forests and seagrass meadows make for interesting snorkeling in their own right, and they’re essential for healthy coral reefs. What’s so special? Read more!
Preventing Breathing-Gas Contamination
Breathing-gas contamination, although rare, can happen. Sources of contamination vary, but they are important to know. Get the inside scoop on breathing-gas contamination.
Tobacco, Marijuana and Asthma
Asthma affects smokers — of tobacco and marijuana — differently. Asthma also impacts divers. Read more about the link between asthma and smoking.
Scientific Diving and Safety Program Oversight
Scientific diving is broad in scope but can help us understand many aspects of the world. Learn more about scientific diving.
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