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Covid-19 Research
May 7th, 2020
Hear the truth about Research on COVID-19 and its potential implications for diving straight from the DAN America Director of Research, Frauke Tillmans, Ph.D. (Originally streamed on Facebook Live May... Read More
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Research and Outreach
May 7th, 2020
“Data we gather on these projects is important, but our opportunity for outreach is priceless.” Studies have revealed that several external factors, including cold water, exercise and high work of bre... Read More
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Stock your First-Aid Kit
May 7th, 2020
Start with the Essentials
Commercially available first-aid kits for divers will provide you with a reasonable array of supplies that can be upgraded or augmented according to your circumstances ... Read More
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FAQs Answered: Disinfecting Scuba Equipment
May 6th, 2020
View the video of DAN's Risk Mitigation team talk about the importance of effectively disinfecting your scuba equipment. They will also discuss ways you can prepare to clean and disinfect gear in the ... Read More
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Shooter: Douglas Seifert
May 6th, 2020
The Endless Summer of Douglas SeifertIntroduction by Stephen FrinkPhotos by Douglas SeifertAlert Diver MagazineMaybe there was something in the water. Douglas David Seifert learned to swim at what isn... Read More
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The Philippines at its Finest
May 6th, 2020
Dauin is a peaceful beach village about 30 minutes by car from Dumaguete City (and its airport) on the southern coast of the island of Negros, about 500 miles south of Manila. The Philippines has more... Read More
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The Art of the Underwater Selfie
May 6th, 2020
By Ivana Orlovic Kranjcivana.photographyAlert Diver MagazineI think photography is the most powerful way to promote the amazing underwaterworld to nondivers. I started taking underwater selfies to cle... Read More
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The Logistics of Exploration
May 6th, 2020
A key safety feature of the dive operations was a commercial wet diving bell. A 70-page standard operating procedure (SOP) document outlined the expedition’s safety protocols.
Only four divers would b... Read More
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COVID-19: Surface Survival Times
May 4th, 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent pandemic has altered the way we approach the world. By learning about how long the virus that causes this disease can survive on various surfaces, divers can bette... Read More
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COVID-19 & Diving Activities: 10 Safety Recommendations
May 2nd, 2020
This is a period of great uncertainty for everyone, and the diving industry makes no exception. Over the past few weeks we have received a number of questions from dive operators and professionals on ... Read More
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Dive Operations and COVID-19: Prepping for Return
May 2nd, 2020
HOW CAN I PROTECT MY STAFF FROM COVID-19For employees, the general COVID-19 safety recommendations, as published by the WHO and CDC, apply. The use of protective face masks and gloves should be consid... Read More
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Diving in the Era of COVID-19
May 1st, 2020
The following is an article written by Dr. Douglas Ebersole - physician, technical dive instructor, and a recovered COVID-19 patient. As a medical advisor to the training agency RAID, he was asked to ... Read More
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Press Release
April 30th, 2020
DURHAM, NC – April 21, 2020 – It is with great sadness that Divers Alert Network® (DAN®) announces the passing of its former vice president of research, Richard D. Vann, Ph.D.Dr. Vann was an esteemed ... Read More
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Part 2: COVID-19 Business Support Review
April 28th, 2020
During this crisis what has been highlighted for most business owners is the access to resources and information available to assist with general, business and financial information. Whether you are ... Read More
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EUBS-ECHM Position Statement on Diving Activities
April 27th, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic impacts not only the general healthcare system but also ambulance and first aid providers, there is a general agreement that risk-taking activities and sports should take this... Read More
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Diving After COVID-19: What We Know Today
April 24th, 2020
COVID-19 symptoms range from mild to severe. Some people have no symptoms at all while others require complicated stays in ICUs with ventilatory support to recover. In addition to the impact of the pr... Read More
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COVID-19 Business Support Review
April 24th, 2020
During this crisis what has been highlighted for most business owners is the access to resources and information available to assist with general, business and financial information. Whether you are ... Read More
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Tourism Relief Fund
April 20th, 2020
SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM FUND OPEN FOR APPLICATIONSThe Department of Tourism encourages eligible businesses to apply for the COVID-19 Tourism Relief Fund during the application period from 07 April to 30... Read More
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How to Pivot Your Message During a Crisis
April 14th, 2020
You’ve got to pivot your message during this time of crisis or it will cost you. It’s a harsh reality, but there’s a simple way you can pivot your message so your business is remembered -- even amidst... Read More
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Transporting Diving Lights & Batteries
April 7th, 2020
TO CHECK OR NOT TO CHECKWe all experience this from time to time when we fly: dangerous items, like knives or blades, have to be checked as hold luggage. It's for safety reasons regarding the other pa... Read More
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Scuba Equipment Care - Drying & Storing Your Gear
April 7th, 2020
After reviewing how to best clean and rinse your gear, let's have a closer look at drying and storing it.Of course, the following are general rules and tips, and do not replace user manuals of any equ... Read More
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COVID-19 Advisory
April 3rd, 2020
As you might imagine, DAN has received a number of enquiries regarding the current COVID-19 Pandemic. We have already issued travel advisories for DAN Southern Africa Members, and for SouthAfricans t... Read More
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Physioball Stability Exercises
March 31st, 2020
The added weight of scuba gear raises your center of gravity, making your body less stable. That is why a small roll of a boat or an uneven step can have a larger than usual impact when you’re standin... Read More
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Disinfection of Scuba Equipment and COVID-19
March 30th, 2020
The novel coronavirus, also known as SARS-CoV-2, is the cause of the disease COVID-19, which has killed 21,031 people worldwide at the time of this article (1). SARS-CoV-2 is part of the viral group k... Read More
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