New data identifies two key risk factors for high-altitude pulmonary edema, a leading cause of death on the mountain.

AMS is the most common and mild form of altitude illness, typically manifesting as a headache plus other symptoms like nausea and lethargy. The typical advice for AMS is that you should stop ...

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Out of all the treks in the Himalayas, the Sar Pass Trek is visually captivating to the eyes and is relatively easy for beginners. Located in the Parvati Valley of Himachal Pradesh, this trek ...

The Everest Base Camp trek is a journey packed full of unforgettable moments, each adding its unique thread to the colourful woven fabric that makes this iconic adventure. Whether on the first few ...

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There have recently been a string of problems with online medical consultations via smartphones and other devices.

To make your ears pop, try swallowing, yawning, sucking on hard candy, or chewing gum. If that doesn’t work, try the Valsalva maneuver by pinching your nose, closing your mouth, and gently blowing out ...

Nearly 42 million Americans regularly deal with headaches and migraine attacks, according to the National Headache Foundation, most of them women. If you’re one, you might be used to the ...

The fear of flying has worsened after recent plane crashes and near-miss incidents. With assistance from mental health ...