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The Danger of Skipping Your Pre-Dive Valve Check

No amount of eagerness to dive should ever make you skip any pre-dive safety checks. Here's what happened to one diver who learned that lesson the hard way.

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Heart Disease and Diving: What You Learn in Recovery

Can you dive again after open-heart surgery? Author Eric Douglas tells the true story of his heart disease recovery in his latest installment: Lessons Learned.

Can High Blood Pressure Affect my Ability to Dive? | Scuba Diving Doctor

Beta blockers and diving. Does high blood pressure really affect someones ability to dive?

Experienced Cave Divers Die During Underwater Exploration

Diving in caves can be dangerous — even if you've had the right training. Find out why this husband and wife died in an underwater cave system.

Heart Disease and Diving: The First Signs and Surgery

Can you dive again after open-heart surgery? Author Eric Douglas tells the true story of his signs and symptoms of heart disease, and his road to recovery.

Diving Doctor: Why Do I Get Nosebleeds After Diving?

Is it normal to get nosebleeds after diving? James Caruso discusses whether or not you should be concerned.

Lessons for Life: The Fatal Consequences of Being Out of Shape

An experienced but overweight diver couldn't complete a self-rescue, and his body was recovered 10 months later. Learn from his mistake.

Scuba Diving Doctor: Is It Safe to Scuba Dive If You're Pregnant?

Do you have medical questions about scuba diving? The Scuba Diving Doctor weighs in on whether it's ok to dive while you're pregnant.