Altitude sickness

Here, we answer some of your questions about altitude and acclimatization, what the symptoms are like and how to treat and prevent altitude sickness. #altitudesickness #hikepreparation

Altitude sickness, also known as “soroche”, is a condition that affects different people who wish to visit destinations with a high elevation, one of them being the Peruvian highlands. Different sites report on this sickness, and it is not surprising for tourists to inquire a bit about it in order to find out and learn how … Altitude sickness Read More »

Traveling to Nepal, South America, or Colorado for a hike? Follow these altitude sickness prevention tips to stay safe and healthy at high altitude.

Altitude sickness… you definitely can say we go way back. I’ve had it in every form from mild to severe, and even while pregnant. I love vacationing in the Rocky Mountains, but the beginning of every trip used to be miserable for me. I’m so sensitive to altitude changes that I’ve felt altitude sickness in...

Did you know about the types of altitude sickness? Stay healthy, be prepared #hiking #mondaymorning #camping #wanderlust #getoutside

If you’ve planned or taken a trip to the mountains, it’s very likely that you’ve heard about or even experienced “mountain or altitude sickness” before. However, many people may still not know what this condition really is and why it happens. 5-Minute Crafts has prepared this guide to help you understand what altitude sickness is, who may suffer from it, its symptoms, and how to prevent it.

High-altitude sickness can affect everyone. You need to understand your body and how to deal with less amount of oxygen. Here are our best tips how to get rid of altitude sickness.

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Altitude sickness chart to identify what symptoms are acceptable, and which ones are dangerous.

Mountain vacations offer plenty of fantastic things, like scenic drives and crisp, clean air, but for some people, a mile-high getaway can also bring altitude sickness. Also known as acute mountain sickness or hypoxia, it can affect anyone who isn’t acclimated to their elevation (especially if their