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What to do when confronted by a shark
February 17th, 2020
Nothing compare to the exhilaration of seeing sharks underwater. Being on their level makes for exciting diving. All the more reason to be weel briefed and prepared for this encounter.... Read More
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How to manage Malaria
February 17th, 2020
Malaria usually presents initially with flu-like symptoms: headaches, muscle and joint aches, and fever. Severe shivering attacks (rigors) and high fever then occur and recur in a cyclical pattern eve... Read More
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No Sit-ups no problem
February 3rd, 2020
To avoid an increased risk of decompression sickness, DAN® recommends that divers avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours after making a dive. ... Read More
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Group Fitness at the Pool
February 3rd, 2020
Many water aerobics programs involve time in both the shallow and deep ends of the pool. Participants in deep-water classes wear a flotation belt to keep them above the surface at all times. Shallow-w... Read More
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How to Rescue a Distressed diver at the Surface
February 3rd, 2020
A guide as to the steps one should follow to assist a distressed diver at the surface.... Read More
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How to manage Near-Drowning
February 3rd, 2020
Resuscitation should be continued until a doctor calls of the attempt because of
definite death.... Read More
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Improve your breathing
January 30th, 2020
Ujjayi (oo-jie-yee), also known as victorious breath, is a breathing technique used in many yoga practices. Ujjayi is performed by constricting the back of the throat slightly as you breathe in and ou... Read More
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Water: Element of Life and Fitness
January 28th, 2020
As with any sport, maintaining a healthy body and good physical state are key to maximizing your experience. Water aerobics provides a diverse exercise program, and its bidirectional resistance target... Read More
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Suspension Training -The world is your gym.
January 22nd, 2020
Since a stable core is essential for all in-water movements, these core-blasting exercises are perfect for scuba divers.... Read More
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Tabata training - The four-minute fat torch
January 22nd, 2020
This program was originally designed for extremely fit athletes, the original protocol is enough to cause nausea in many people. Fortunately, people of most fitness levels can benefit from lower-inten... Read More
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Manage you Heartburn
December 12th, 2019
With severe reflux there is a risk of aspirating food or acid into the lungs or respirator when diving which is incredibly serious. ... Read More
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Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
December 11th, 2019
To reduce the chances of catastrophic failure, manufacturers of products containing Li-ion batteries build in redundant safety features such as vents to release built-up gases, a circuit board to regu... Read More
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DEMP: For more than dive Emergencies
December 11th, 2019
DEMP training, which teaches all the skills from four different first aid courses, can prove useful for more than just dive-related incidents. A spouse, friend or neighbor may need immediate CPR, and ... Read More
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Sea Urchin Puncture wounds
December 1st, 2019
When a sea urchin spine puncture involves a joint, promptly seek medical attention at the time of injury. ... Read More
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Predisposition to Pulmonary Barotrauma
December 1st, 2019
Since barotrauma can occur with hyperinflation of lung tissue, a diver’s lungs must be able to tolerate rapid changes in volume and pressure.... Read More
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Broken bones healed
December 1st, 2019
Opportunistic micro-organisms in salt water and untreated water from sources such as lakes, rivers and quarries exponentially increase the risk for infection. ... Read More
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Diving after Chiropractic adjustments
November 30th, 2019
Some people might experience complications or side effects for a few days following a chiropractic adjustment... Read More
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Wetsuits and heat stress
November 30th, 2019
Spending a prolonged time on the deck of a dive boat or onshore while dressed in a wetsuit, prior to entering the water can cause heat stress and exhaustion.... Read More
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Advice, Support and a Lifeline
November 30th, 2019
From across the world, DAN constantly assisted me throughout the entire ordeal from the moment I contacted them. When I arrived home, the DAN doctor saw me in person to follow up about my DCS. DAN’s e... Read More
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DAN Student Medical Expense Coverage
November 30th, 2019
DAN Student Medical Expense Coverage is dive accident insurance designed specifically for new divers in training that DAN fully subsidises, so there is no cost to students or their instructors... Read More
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When should I call my Doctor?
November 30th, 2019
If you had health issues before the dive, it is possible that postdive symptoms are related to your preexisting condition. Distinguishing between DCI and unrelated health issues in postdive symptoms i... Read More
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Travel Smarter: Plan for Medical Emergencies
November 13th, 2019
Knowing what to expect in an emergency, bringing the necessary equipment and taking preventive measures before you travel will not only improve possible outcomes in the event of an incident but coul... Read More
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TRavel Smarter : Evaluating an unfamiliar Dive operator
November 11th, 2019
The boat should also have appropriate safety equipment: a fire extinguisher, personal flotation devices for every person, a first aid kit, an oxygen unit, a radio and nonskid decks. The usual modifica... Read More
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Challenging the Frontiers of Decompression Research
November 11th, 2019
There is increasing need for dive physicians, treatment facilities and research. The doctors in this laboratory works on prevention and treatment of decompression sickness (DCS) on a cellular level as... Read More
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