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Shortly after surfacing from the dive, your buddy experiences numbness and tingling in his limbs — a classic neurological symptom of decompression sickness. What you do next could make the difference between a close call and permanent injury.
Fiji’s coral reefs have been on the mend for years, and these days, they are finally beginning to thrive. Read more about Fiji’s dive sites and how to get there.
The Florida Keys are known for shallow coral reefs, but they are also home to world-class wreck diving. If you’re passionate about wreck diving, it’s time to visit the Florida Keys.
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Split fins work in a specific way that enables reduced drag and enables enhanced propulsion. Read more about split fins.
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are vital in saving global coral reef populations — and yet, they aren’t completely enough. Read more about the importance of MPAs.
Don’t let colder water temperatures freeze you up — you can take stellar photos regardless of the conditions. Read our best tips on capturing images in cold water.
Photographer Paul Nicklen takes extreme photos in extreme conditions. His love of wildlife started at an early age and he knew he wanted a career as a photojournalist in the Arctic wildlife.
A scheduled dive went horribly awry when the dive lost his weight belt midway through descent. Unable to find his belt, he ascending but had trouble controlling buoyancy. The uncontrolled ascent led to serious symptoms on the boat. Read more about the incident.
Technical divers regularly push beyond the limits of recreational diving, so we prepare for emergencies with contingencies neatly checked off like a detailed shopping list. Learn more about how DAN handled an incident.
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