Keeping Yourself Shipshape
July 15, 2026
Before you go to sea, know how to access telehealth services, acquire medication refills and get medical care.
Before you go to sea, know how to access telehealth services, acquire medication refills and get medical care.
Before any extended trip, follow these guidelines to prepare the captain and crew for medical emergencies.
Sprains, strains and fractures are common onboard injuries, each with specific treatments.
Talking maritime medical emergency management with Dr. Robert Leviton.
Essential wound care tips and first aid strategies every cruiser should know before leaving the dock.
Learn life-saving tips for surviving a plunge into cold water. Stay calm, prevent hypothermia, and ensure safety with expert advice for cold-water emergencies.
AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.
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If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.
A loft-like open layout and a choice of power-train options let buyers choose their own adventure.
Dickie Walker stands proudly as a blend of rugged seaworthiness and luxury design.
Twin 1,000-hp Volvo Penta D13s and 285 nautical miles of range give the new Absolute 70 Fly the room and speed to roam.
After more than 500,000 nautical miles as yacht delivery captains, Assen and Nikolay Alexandrov are still bringing boats home.
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Windlass and ground tackle maintenance can make all the difference in an emergency.
Good seamanship means using every available tool, but never relying on any one alone.
