Having the occasional headache when diving in not really much of a deal, so it is really only those who regularly experience such discomfort that need to address the possible causes. The reasons why you might have a headache are too numerous to list but, assuming you...
Malaria is spread by anopheles mosquitoes. Image by Franklin Santillan A. from Pexels DAN receives many inquiries from members regarding malaria. Indeed, malaria has become an increasing problem due to drug resistance. As divers venture deeper into the tropics they...
Many asthmatics want to dive, but unfortunately, there are a number of concerns about the effect of asthma on dive safety. Dive physicians have traditionally taken a very conservative approach to asthma in dive fitness assessments. Mention of the word "asthma" and...
In developing countries, medical facilities and resources are limited and emergency medical services are practically nonexistent. In some poor countries, local health standards are poor, equipment and supplies are scarce and essential items, such as oxygen kits, are...