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The world’s most recognized and respected dive safety organization, Divers Alert Network (DAN) has remained committed to the health and well-being of divers for 40 years. The organization’s research, medical services and global-response programs create an extensive network that supports divers with vital services such as injury prevention, safety and educational programs and lifesaving evacuations. Every day, hundreds of thousands of divers around the world look to DAN as their dive safety organization.

DAN offers a variety of educational opportunities throughout the year. Whether you’re a medical professional, a diver or a dive business owner, we hope to see you at an upcoming continuing medical education course, dive safety seminar or trade show. Never miss a public lecture, DAN training opportunity or webinar again. Get the details you need ahead of time — check out our full schedule of upcoming events.

DAN’s medical services are available to divers, dive professionals and health care providers. We offer physician education, an emergency hotline, medical information, physician consultations, educational programs and a worldwide referral network of doctors who treat or evaluate divers.

This comprehensive collection of online resources provide valuable information on topics critical to diver health and safety, as well as common issues encountered by new and experienced divers.

DAN exists to provide expert medical information for the benefit of the diving public. We offer real-time assistance with dive accidents and work to prevent injuries and promote dive safety.

DAN’s initial response to any diving injury or illness is to ensure that the diver receives appropriate first aid, and is evaluated by a medical professional, followed by the initiation of any required treatment which may include a hyperbaric chamber.