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10 Frequently Asked Questions by Scuba Divers

Scuba divers ask lots of questions, including "Why do I surface with blood in my mask?" and "Is it OK to exercise after a dive?" Here are the answers to 10 of the most frequently asked ones.

When Is It Safe to Fly After Scuba Diving?

When is safe to fly after scuba diving? How long should you wait after diving to fly — 12 hours? 24 hours? The answer may surprise you.

Meet Underwater Photographer Nicholas Samaras

Get to know underwater photographer Nicholas Samaras, who took first place for Macro in *Scuba Diving's* 2019 Photo Contest.

Meet Underwater Photographer Gabriel Barathieu

Get to know underwater photographer Gabriel Barathieu, who took first place for Wide-Angle in *Scuba Diving's* 2019 Photo Contest.

Colin Limpus Earns Sea Hero Honors for Sea Turtle Research

Limpus has spent 50 years dedicated to sea turtle conservation in Queensland, Australia.

Meet Photographer Florent Gooden

Get to know underwater photographer Florent Gooden, who took first place for Behavior in Scuba Diving's 2019 Photo Contest.

Meet Underwater Photographer Jack Israel

Get to know underwater photographer Jack Israel, who took the Grand Prize in Scuba Diving's 2019 Photo Contest.

Blue Planet II Executive Producer James Honeyborne Earns Sea Hero Honor

Blue Planet II executive producer James Honeyborne brought serious conservation issues to light with the BBC series and introduced the underwater world to millions with never-before-seen footage.

Monterey Bay Aquarium Volunteer Marv Tuttle Named Sea Hero

Monterey Bay Aquarium Volunteer Marv Tuttle was honored as a Sea Hero by Scuba Diving magazine and Seiko watches for his work introducing scuba diving to children with disabilities.