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One of the UK’s deepest female freedivers explains the secrets behind her success in this interview with master scuba trainer and photographer Renata Romeo. - #alertdiver #danblog #safety #divingsafety

As the weekend approaches, it's time to gear up and dive into adventure! But before you take the plunge, remember to prioritize safety. With DAN Europe by your side, you can explore the depths with confidence, knowing you have access to expert medical assistance 24/7, anywhere in the world. Dive smart, dive safe with DAN Europe! #TGIF #divingsafety

𝗜 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘅 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗼. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻? Unfortunately for you, nowadays a spontaneous pneumothorax is recognised as an absolute contraindication for diving. This is because of two reasons: 1️⃣ If it occurred without any injury (so the name “spontaneous”), it can happen again at any time. In fact, there are some statistics showing that half of those persons who had spontaneous pneumothorax in the past, will have it again in future. 2️⃣ If pneumothorax occurs while diving, any decrease of pressure, for example during surfacing, will increase volume of air in the pleural cavity leading to a tension pneumothorax, when internal pressure will compress the lung and the heart. This is a real life-threatening disorder, especially when occurring underwater, just after surfacing or even on the diving boat. All in all, the risk is too high for potentially fatal consequences, so you should avoid diving. - 🩺 For any doubts or questions, our medical team is just an email away at medical@daneurope.org. Your safety is our priority!

True or False: the Romberg test assesses the motor function. ...Plus 13 more questions on Neurological Assessment. Take the test! #education #safety

Proper hydration before diving does not include alcohol consumption! Here are all the reasons you don’t want to drink and dive. #alertdiver #danblog #safety #divingsafety

Non perdere il prossimo 𝗗𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽, in programma presso la sede centrale di DAN Europe Foundation a Roseto degli Abruzzi (TE) dal 14 al 17 2024. Imparerai a condurre un Instructor Qualification Course (IQC) e a valutare le abilità dei futuri DAN Instructors. 📆 Hai tempo fino al 30 settembre per inviare la tua candidatura! Tutte le info 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/dwsHv5cc #daneducation #ITW

Dive Emergency? Be Prepared and Stay Protected! 📲 Keep your personal contact details up to date on your MyDAN account. It ensures we can reach you promptly in case of emergencies. 🇪🇺 Traveling within Europe? Don't forget your European Health Insurance Card. It's your key to medical assistance during your dives. 🏥 Whenever you visit medical facilities, ask for a copy of your medical records and keep any paid receipts. It's essential for smooth insurance claims and follow-up treatments. 📢 Notify any private medical insurance you hold about the emergency. Prompt communication ensures coordinated support in times of need. #DANEurope #EmergencyProcedures https://lnkd.in/dad_dGtG

Whether you're an experienced diver or just starting out, spring offers endless opportunities to explore the underwater world. Make the most of this exciting time of year, and stay safe with our regular updates. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dUNfcCkp

Dive Emergency? Safety Tip: Inform Other Insurers! Remember, if you're covered by other insurance policies, inform them too. It's important to ensure all necessary parties are aware of the situation for smooth processing. Your proactive approach can make a world of difference in emergencies! - #DANEurope #EmergencyProcedures 👉 https://lnkd.in/dad_dGtG

Why don’t we always perform up to our expectations and what could, and should we do when we don’t! Polish dive instructor Aga Koko discusses the many factors that influence our ability to perform as a diver and the best way to manage them and ourselves. Dive in! #alertdiver #blog #divingsafety