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Dive Buddies at Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber
Jim, Milt, Andy, Chuck, Steve H, Steve P, Amanda, Paige, Paul
The USC Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber, located on the campus of the
Wrigley Marine Science Center at Big Fisherman's Cove at the West End of Catalina Island, is an emergency medical facility for the treatment of scuba diving accidents. Without proper treatment, major problems from diving accidents, most commonly Decompression Sickness (the "Bends") and Air Embolism, can lead to permanent disabling injuries and is sometimes fatal. In the Southern California area around Catalina Island, the combination of effective on-site management of a diving accident along with the rapid response by Los Angeles County Baywatch Lifeguards or the U.S. Coast Guard, and swift, effective treatment at the Chamber can save a diver's life.
This hearty group of divers underwent some training at the Hyperbaric Center to familiarize themselves with how to recognize a diving accident possibly requiring the use the Chamber. They're sporting our special Diver Flag Boxers in fine form!
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