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May 16, 2025 by HAL
The BSAC has expressed concern over the potential closure of three recompression chambers in the UK. These chambers are important for treating divers who experience decompression sickness. Their closure could reduce the safety of diving in the area. The BSAC encourages divers and stakeholders to advocate for these vital facilities to remain operational.
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May 1, 2025 by HAL
Personalized decompression has gained interest since the 1990s, focusing on how some divers are more sensitive to decompression sickness (DCS) than others. New tools, like Azoth Systems’ O’Dive and the Divers Alert Network (DAN) Europe’s DANA Health system, aim to help divers tailor their decompression plans based on individual physiology. However, studies show inconsistencies in […]
Personalized decompression modeling aims to improve diver safety by considering individual physiological differences, but significant challenges remain. Current algorithms for managing decompression sickness (DCS) are based on outdated research that does not sufficiently account for individual variability or real-time biological metrics. While researchers are working to establish more reliable ways to predict DCS risks using […]
The journey of using the O’Dive personalized decompression sensor has revealed important insights for divers about managing their safety when diving. This device measures venous gas bubbles in the bloodstream post-dive and provides ratings that help divers determine their risk of decompression sickness (DCS). The user experiences showed that personal factors, like physical fitness and […]
Max Gene Nohl was a pioneering diver known for his remarkable achievements in underwater exploration, particularly his record-setting dive to 420 feet in 1937. His experiences shaped the diving community, and his work included designing a rebreather and early research on decompression sickness. The book “I Live Underwater” shares his life story and diving adventures, […]
April 20, 2025 by HAL
Safety stops are an essential part of scuba diving to prevent decompression sickness. Divers should make a safety stop at about 15 feet for 3-5 minutes after every dive. This allows nitrogen absorbed during the dive to safely exit the body. Always maintain awareness of your surroundings and ascend slowly. Communicate with your dive buddy […]
January 20, 2025 by HAL
The Poole hyperbaric chamber is set to close, which is concerning for scuba divers in the area. This facility is essential for treating decompression sickness, a risk for divers. Without it, divers might face longer travel times to receive necessary medical attention. This closure could affect divers’ safety and their willingness to dive locally.
The Diver Clinic, a recompression chamber in Poole, Dorset, will close permanently on 31 January 2025. Established in 1992, it provided essential emergency services for scuba divers in the central English Channel. As one of only eight high-rated Category 1 chambers in mainland Britain, it specialized in advanced life support for serious decompression cases. The […]
January 3, 2025 by HAL
In this episode, the hosts discuss advancements in decompression science after the holiday break. They highlight how the Royal Navy and researchers like Hempleman are shifting focus from perfusion to diffusion in dive tables. New discoveries about bubble formation have emerged, particularly through Doppler technology. Additionally, influential figures such as Hills, Yont, and Spencer are […]
January 2, 2025 by HAL
In 2024, several key topics in scuba diving emerged as top stories. Notably, the use of rebreathers and advancements in decompression theory continued to garner attention. A significant progress in diving medicine was seen through a deep dive using hydrogen rebreathers by Dr. Richard Harris. Environmental concerns also rose, especially regarding deep-sea mining’s potential impact […]
December 20, 2024 by HAL
Episode 397 of The Great Dive Podcast focuses on dive tables and their history. The hosts, Jamesy and Brando, discuss how dive tables have evolved and their role in decompression science. They aim to make the topic fun and accessible, encouraging listeners to join the conversation. Understanding dive tables is essential for safe scuba diving, […]
December 13, 2024 by HAL
In the mid-1990s, personal computers made dive planning easier with decompression software. This change led to a different approach for ascent profiles, even while divers were still using traditional navy dive tables. The discussion highlights the shift in technology and practices for safer diving. It reflects on how divers adapted to new tools while building […]
November 20, 2024 by HAL
RAID has introduced two new scuba diving courses: Nitrox Plus and Decompression Diver. The Nitrox Plus course helps recreational divers extend their underwater time with advanced nitrox training. It includes handling a stage cylinder while diving to a maximum depth of 40 meters. The Decompression Diver course serves as a stepping stone into technical diving, […]
October 8, 2024 by HAL
Scuba diving during pregnancy is generally not recommended due to potential risks. Organizations like the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Divers Alert Network suggest avoiding scuba diving for the entire pregnancy. The main concern is that pressure changes could harm the developing fetus and pose a risk of decompression sickness. While diving […]
September 23, 2024 by HAL
A hyperbaric consultant at Mater Dei Hospital in Malta has been suspended after Polish diver Krzysztof Białecki died in July. Białecki and his diving partner were exploring the wreck of the SS Polynesian when they ascended without completing their decompression stops. Białecki was treated but later died after the consultant left him in the care […]
The NHS is seeking public feedback regarding the use of hyperbaric chambers in England. These chambers help treat conditions like decompression sickness, which can occur in scuba divers. The consultation aims to understand the needs and opinions of divers and health professionals about these treatments. Findings from this feedback will help improve support for diving-related […]
June 30, 2024 by HAL
IST has introduced new dive equipment, including a surface marker buoy with a 45ft reel marked in orange for decompression stop reminders, and a mask and snorkel combo set featuring the M75 Martinique mask and the SN60 purge snorkel. Read the entire article at www.scubaverse.com
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