We've explored how altitude might affect surgery and recovery before, and a recent study goes into further detail along with one of our student's personal experiences. Thin Air, Thick Blood: Increased Risk for Blood Clots After Surgery at Elevations Above 4000 Feet "More red blood cell vehicles means more traffic along the blood vessel highways. Such blockage makes the blood more viscous and more prone to forming clots. This is not a a “death trap” for all but can have greater consequences...

So you haven't heard from us in a while, but big news: We've published Surviving and Thriving at Altitude! Dr. Chris has compiled some of the valuable research and altitude expedition articles from highaltitudehealth.com into this excellent resource. It includes the research on the different types and symptoms of high altitude pulmonary edema, the various ways low oxygen environments around the world have affected different bodies taking on different activities, excursions into the Colorado...

highaltitudehealth.com Hemoglobin at Altitude "When lifespan is increased, the hemoglobin is exposed to glucose in our blood stream for longer, eliciting a higher HbA1c result despite normal blood sugar levels." Can Living at High Altitudes Skew Diagnostic Diabetes Tests? One of our PA students breaks down the findings of a study conducted in China comparing hemoglobin levels (HbA1c) in 95,000 adults living above and below 8,200 feet (2,500 meters). Read more highaltitudehealth.comUnsubscribe...