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In Case You Were Wondering . . .

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Drew Richardson
21 June, 2024

decompression sickness

why diving should be considered a wellness activity

What Are the Bends in Scuba Diving?

What are the bends in scuba diving? We explain the causes, symptoms, and how to prevent and treat the bends (decompression sickness).

What Are Scuba Divers Really Afraid Of?

What scares divers most? In this article, we learn whether sharks, the abyss or breathing 30m (100ft) deep tops the list.

10 Things You Should Never Do Immediately After Diving

Did you know you shouldn't fly, drink, or exercise after diving? Read on for 10 tips to stay safe after your next scuba adventure.
the bends decompression sickness while scuba diving

What To Do if You Think Your Dive Buddy Has The Bends

DCS occurs when nitrogen absorbed into the blood at depth forms bubbles in body tissues and/or the blood stream.
PADI Divers

It Happened to Me: Decompression Sickness / The Bends

These scenarios are based on real-life diving incidents documented by Divers Alert Network (DAN).
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