After learning to dive while on a family vacation, Grant quickly fell in love with the sport. He soon soon found that he could merge his love for diving and passion for medicine while working at Divers Alert Network conducting research on decompression sickness and cardiac health. Now, he is pursing a medical degree at Tufts School of Medicine while cave diving during his breaks.
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No one wants to miss an amazing dive due to illness. Knowing which symptoms are true red-flags can help you make the smartest choice and keep you safe in the water..
What’s in a dive incident report, and how can you be a better communicator after an accident? We decode a critical piece of diver safety.
Is it safe to dive while you're on a GLP-1 medication? Here's what you need to know about how side effects can affect diving.
Booking a quality operator is an important step to staying safe on a dive trip. How can you tell whether an operator is prepared for emergencies? Start here.
Understanding how fill stations should operate—and recognizing unsafe practices—can prevent life-threatening incidents. Here’s what you need to know before filling tanks.
Lithium batteries are in many of today's electronics, and while there are many benefits, there are some hazards you should know about.
It might seem basic, but this crucial skill helps ensure that your dives begin and end without injury. Here's how to master the act like a pro.
The last thing any diver wants is for anything come between them and their next dive—especially an illness. Before embarking on your next trip abroad, follow our advice to help prevent sickness from getting in the way.
As diving technology advances over the years, one thing remains constant: the importance of understanding and managing your air consumption.