Decompression sickness - a diver's worst nightmare

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Decompression sickness, commonly known as the bends, is a condition experienced by divers when not enough time is allowed for the body to adjust to the different pressures on the surface and underwater. Symptoms include nausea and joint pain as a result of the accumulation of nitrogen.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Column, Divers, Divers (Persons), Decompression sickness

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Hose blowout knocks sense into vacationing diver

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Careful handling and regular replacement of diving equipment will prevent untoward incidents caused by faulty and aged equipment. Meanwhile, a redundant air supply and staying close to diving partners during dives will assure immediate assistance in emergencies.

Safety and security measures, Diving, Submarine, Underwater exploration

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Citizen Eco-Drive Aqualand dive watch

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Citizen's Eco-Drive Aqualand is an innovative, water-resistant watch that can run on the power of light alone. It features a dive chronometer and rotating bezel and is able to measure diver's time/depth equation. It is water-resistant to 600 ft.

Evaluation, Product information, Clock and watch industry, Clocks and watches, Clock industry, Watch industry, Clocks, Watches, Diving, Citizen Watch Company of America Inc.

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