DAN : What's News

DAN Launches Spring Fundraising Campaign

The organization seeks donations to support future dive safety researchers. Durham, NC (May 30) – DAN is dedicating its spring campaign to raising funds in support of the next generation of dive safety leaders. Celebrating its 100th research intern in 2018, the DAN Research Internship Program provides education and experiences that encourage young people to take up careers in dive-related fields and scientific endeavors while supporting DAN's research...

Jarrod Jablonski Selected as 2018 DAN Rolex Diver of the Year

DURHAM, NC (May 16) – Explorer adventurer, and pioneering cave and technical diver Jarrod Jablonski is the recipient of the 2018 DAN Rolex Diver of the Year Award. “DAN Rolex Diver of the Year Award winners — and nominees — are among the industry’s most committed and passionate members,” said Bill Ziefle, DAN President and CEO. “We received nominations from around the world, and Jarrod stood out because of his outstanding contributions to diver training and safety. It is our great pleasure to recognize Jarrod’s important...

Fitness for Diving

There are moments when scuba diving feels effortless: drifting over a shallow reef or descending through clear water toward a sandy bottom. But diving can also be strenuous — when swimming against a current or trudging to a dive site loaded down with gear, for example. In these situations divers must be physically able to both handle themselves and assist their dive buddies if necessary. What Does Fitness for Diving Mean? When determining fitness to dive, a physician may weigh several factors, ...

DAN Celebrates 20th Year of Prestigious Research Internship Program

Building a Foundation for Success DURHAM, NC (January 10, 2018) – Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President of the United States once said, “The expert at anything was once a beginner.” While it’s unclear if Rutherford ever worked as an intern, some of the world’s best minds attribute their success to internships that gave them the chance to pursue their interests, and learn new skills. Founded in 1999, the DAN Research Internship Program is a highly competitive and uniquely progressive program,...

Divers Alert Network Honors Lee Selisky

Industry Pioneer Receives Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award Durham, NC (20 December 2017) – Lee Selisky, founder and CEO of Sea Pearls, Inc., a company that produces and manufactures weights for scuba diving, has received DAN’s newest honor: the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award for his service to the recreational dive industry. “Lee Selisky has devoted his life to diving. Though most people know him as the founder and CEO of Sea Pearls, Lee...

Happy Holidays from your friends at DAN

Our office will be briefly closed for the December holidays. From December 22nd at 3:00 PM EST to January 2nd at 8:30 AM EST, non-emergent DAN staff will be out of the office. Team members will be on call to address urgent membership and insurance requests and orders will be fulfilled once the office reopens. As always, if you are experiencing symptoms following a dive, please call 911, and then contact the 24/7 DAN Emergency Hotline +1-919-684-9111. Happy...

Time to Make a Difference in a Diver’s Life

Nominations Open for the 2018 DAN Rolex Diver of the Year Award Durham, NC (06 December 2017) – DAN is calling for nominations for the 2018 DAN Rolex Diver of the Year Award. Nominations open today, 6 December, and close 31 December. "DAN's mission is to help divers who need emergency medical assistance and to promote dive safety through research, education, products and services," said Bill Ziefle, President and CEO of...

Holiday Safety Quick Quiz

Question: Do you know what’s red and green, just like the holidays, but can also save lives? Answer: The DAN Soft-Sided DC Rescue Extended Care Pack! What is it? The DAN Soft-Sided DC Rescue Extended Care Pack is a lightweight, portable emergency oxygen kit designed for dive professionals on the go. DAN’s medical experts and product designers put a lot of thought into this ultimate grab ‘n go emergency oxygen kit. Inside, you’ll find the things you need to quickly respond to a dive...

Call for Applications: DAN is Looking for a Future Dive Safety Educator

Durham, North Carolina – 13 November 2017 – DAN is launching its new internship program aimed at certified divers currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree programs in education. The DAN Diver Safety Education Internship is a fully funded, 8-12-week placement in Durham, North Carolina, that gives the recipient the opportunity to work side-by-side with key DAN training department staff while gaining valuable professional – and industry – knowledge and experience. It also includes...

Travel Confidently with Enhanced DAN Travel Insurance

Durham, NC – 24 October 2017 – Scuba diving gives travelers the opportunity to explore new destinations more fully, and in ways non-diving travelers can’t. Unfortunately, traveling in general is often fraught with challenges: According to the U.S. Travel Association, one in six U.S. adults reported having to cut a trip short or change travel plans – and only 22 percent of those impacted had travel insurance. DAN, the industry leader in dive safety and risk mitigation, has now expanded its Travel Insurance...

DAN Calls for R.W. Hamilton Grant Applications

Durham, NC (12 October 2017) – Applications are now open for the 2018 Divers Alert Network (DAN)/R.W. “Bill” Hamilton Dive Medicine Research Grant. The year-long, US$10,000 grant supports new or ongoing research projects in one or more of the following areas: Development of decompression procedure techniques for commercial, military, technical and/or recreational divers; Development of new decompression models; probability of risk or probabilistic modeling; ...

DAN Champions Dive Operators and Professionals at 2017 DEMA Show

Durham, North Carolina – 4 October 2017 – Along with the many perks of being a dive professional – including opportunities to explore new dive sites, meet new people and experience new destinations – comes the ultimate responsibility of safeguarding lives. Every day, dive professionals around the globe act as dive safety champions protecting the divers in their care; which is why DAN is taking a stand to champion and protect dive professionals. Join DAN November 1 - 4 at the 2017 DEMA Show in...

2017 Academy Award Bestowed Upon International DAN

13 September 2017 – Durham, North Carolina – In 1980, DAN was formed with the single goal of establishing a 24-hour emergency hotline manned by knowledgeable dive physicians to help divers in need. Since then, this 24-hour hotline has grown into an international organization dedicated to dive safety and injury prevention. Recognizing DAN’s research, medical services and safety outreach contributions to diving for more than 35 years, the International Academy of Underwater Sciences and Techniques recently awarded the organization with...

Boy Scouts Embrace DAN CPR Challenge at National Jamboree

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA — 30 August 2017 – Widespread CPR training has been shown to increase survival rates in certain types of cardiac arrest by as much as 22 percent, and evidence shows that hands-on training is the most effective way of ensuring long-term skills retention. Which is why, when asked to support the 2017 National Scout Jamboree with CPR training and safety outreach initiatives, Divers Alert Network enthusiastically answered the call of duty. With more than 40,000 Boy Scouts, leaders, and parents in attendance the ...

Divers Alert Network Supports Safety in Saba

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA – 16 August 2017 – In pursuit of pristine reefs and untouched dive sites, many scuba divers are venturing out to more remote, less populated destinations. One such destination is Saba, fondly known as “The Unspoiled Queen of the Caribbean” and offering some of the world’s most diverse dive sites. However, with sparse population and limited lift – only one airline offers daily flights to Saba – comes challenges in maintaining the level of onsite emergency...