Exposure-Related Injuries –HYPERTHERMIA AND HYPOTHERMIA The opportunity to enjoy the scenic splendor of the great outdoors is one of the major attractions of traveling, but it comes with a risk of […]
WATER-RELATED INJURIESDROWNING Recreational activities in, on or near the water are extremely popular — from scuba diving to simply sitting on the beach. Some risks of such activities are obvious, but some […]
WATER-RELATED INJURIESSNORKELING AND SCUBA DIVING Snorkeling Snorkeling is swimming while using a mask and snorkel and sometimes other equipment such as a wetsuit or fins. Snorkelers typically stay just below […]
Rescuing Divers and Swimmers Use this information only to supplement skills and knowledge obtained in a formal training course. Do not attempt to rescue injured or distressed divers or swimmers […]
TRAVELERS MEDICAL GUIDE 8.4 Appendix Endnotes
Preparticipation screening questionnaire To quickly assess your need for medical evaluation, use the preparticipation screening questionnaire below. It is of utmost importance to be honest with yourself when it comes […]
AS YOU MAKE PLANS TO DIVE THIS SUMMER, remember that an important benefit of DAN membership is access to DAN Medical Services.
How Well Prepared Are You To Dive? Achieving ideal bodyweight has many benefits for your health. – BEST PRACTICE – Body Mass Index Achieving ideal bodyweight has many benefits for […]
Overview Dialysis is the common name for renal replacement therapy. This therapy is indicated when their kidneys suddenly stop working, or when there is a gradual decline in kidney function […]
Sometimes life gets in the way — family obligations, unforeseen injuries, work responsibilities, social events — or perhaps the world as we know it shuts down for a while. When these things overwhelm us, many people tend to sacrifice exercise first. You may miss a few workouts, and then your exercise routine slowly slips from regular to nonexistent. It happens to most people — even fitness experts and professional athletes — at some time. Although it may feel challenging, it is possible to restart your exercise routine.
