Health & Safety Guidelines

These straightforward guidelines are based on DAN research findings and workshop proceedings. They offer divers and dive professionals practical knowledge for making informed decisions about diver health and safety.

Guidelines for Diabetes and Recreational Diving

When it comes to diving, the diving medicine community has long maintained the conservative position that insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) is an absolute contraindication for diving. However, many divers with diabetes are able to dive successfully, thus challenging the position.

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Guidelines for Flying After Diving

Upon reading this guide, not only will you learn the recommendations for flying after diving, but also the process to update them.

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Guidelines for Patent Foramen Ovale and Fitness

Epidemiological studies have shown an association between patent foramen ovale (PFO) and certain types of neurological and cutaneous decompression sickness (DCS).

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Medical Examination of Diving Fatalities

Many scuba fatalities are ascribed to drowning, however, many are in fact due to other causes including sudden cardiac death and arterial gas embolism.

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