BLOGAre shark attacks becoming more frequent? We asked the experts.
When shark incidents make headlines, the stories are often full of myths and misconceptions. We asked leading experts on shark behaviour what the numbers tell...
14 September 2026
Is Scuba Diving Dangerous?
The answer depends very much on what you mean by scuba diving....
By Tim Blömeke
26 June 2026
Fitness to Dive, Aging, Exercise, and Your Heart
Let’s talk about what fitness to dive really means, how you can mitigate risk and improve your longevity as a diver. Let’s break the most important...
By Tim Blömeke
08 May 2026
How Dangerous Is Scuba Diving? Let’s Ask the Micromort
Between numbers, perceptions, and statistical conundrums: a guide to telling real from perceived danger – and to finding where diving truly ranks among other outdoor...
06 February 2026
The DAN Multitool: Your Pocket-Sized Save-A-Dive Kit
Why every diver should carry this compact companion, and how it can keep your equipment performing at its best....
30 December 2025
Diver Education Through the Ages: Equalization
An old training manual reveals how thought on this core skill has shifted....
By Tim Blömeke
19 December 2025
Going Closed Circuit: Looking for the entry point
What does it take to successfully make the transition to rebreather diving? Six experts weigh in. Rebreathers are seeing a steady increase in popularity, a development...
By Tim Blömeke
25 July 2025
The Prospects for Creating Personal Decompression Plans
Why the Future of Dive Safety Hinges on Cracking the Code of Human Physiology...
19 June 2025
Should I call DAN or EMS first?
Understanding who to contact first in a diving emergency — and why context matters....
23 May 2025
Liveaboard Safety: An Analysis of recent Accident Trends
We review recent accident data and address critical maintenance and training gaps to empower divers in making informed choices....
30 April 2025
Understanding DAN’s Accident Data
A commentary on DAN’s Annual Report reveals how diver error, equipment issues, and health oversights contribute to accidents, while highlighting surprising data on gender-based injury...
23 December 2024
