If you have been diving for many years, you may have heard of the Divers Alert Network (DAN). DAN, which was founded in Durham (North Carolina), United States of America, is a non-profit organization that promotes safe diving. It has a 24-hour hotline that provides free medical assistance to divers around the globe.
Divers Alert Networks (DAN)
DAN is a non profit organization that promotes safety in diving for all. Founded in Durham, North Carolina, the organization provides 24-hour telephonic medical assistance to divers. You can reach the number 800-999–DAN any time, day or night.
DAN offers divers several programs. One of these is a medical policy that covers transport, emergency treatment and transport. It also provides members with the latest information regarding recreational scuba diving. Members can have immediate access to educational and medical material, as well receive notifications of emergency situations and events.
Indemnity insurance for diving accidents
DAN dive insurance covers members against the financial consequences of an underwater accident. Membership costs $35 per individual and $55 per family. It helps the DAN conduct safety-related research and provides emergency medical assistance. Purchasing accident insurance is not required for membership, but it is a good idea to consider it before diving.
DAN diving accident insurance has a variety coverage options. The plan you choose will depend on your specific needs. It may cover medical expenses resulting from an accident or the loss or damage to your diving equipment. You may also be eligible for medical evacuation costs if you're more than 50 km from your residence.
Project Dive Exploration
DAN USA and DAN DAN formed the PDE data base in 2000. This database includes information on recreational air, nitrox and mixed gas as well as decompression diving. The PDE database currently has 137,451 profiles. This information is gathered by field work, laboratory research, and other activities with the goal of improving diving safety.
PDE stands for Project Dive Exploration. DAN divers are eligible to share their profiles information and help the charity. Participate in the contest by diving for at least five dives from May 28 to September 3, 2007. You will be entered into a drawing. All divers who complete at least 10 dives will be eligible to win a commemorative tee-shirt.
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