New DAN Europe research analysing 127,957 real-world dives suggests decompression sickness may be far more complex than divers once believed. From supersaturation gradients and ascent quality to gender differences, thermal exposure, repetitive dives, and deep versus shallow decompression stops, these 2026 studies reveal what may actually influence DCS risk beneath the surface - and why your dive computer may only tell part of the story.

You don’t need cold water to get cold. Even in tropical Indian dive sites, your body loses heat every minute underwater. That “slight chill” affects your breathing, nitrogen absorption, and overall safety. Thermal protection isn’t about comfort, it’s a critical part of safe diving. Here’s why every diver should take it seriously.