| #3050597 in Books | MOUNTAINEERS BOOKS | 1994-10 | Original language:English | PDF # 1 | 6.25 x4.50 x.50l, | File type: PDF | 80 pages||11 of 12 people found the following review helpful.| DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT...|By lawyeraau|This is a wonderful, well written and well organized little book, sized to travel with its owner. It fits easily into one's pocket for easy access. It provides valuable information at one's fingertips. One should read this book before climbing or trekking above 7,000 feet (2,000 meters). It could save one's life.
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Most people wouldn't think twice about occasional headaches, loss of appetite, or drowsiness. But at high altitudes they are not to be ignored. They are early symptoms of altitude sickness, a potentially deadly imbalance that can affect hikers, skiers, mountain climbers, and anyone traveling above 7,000 feet (2,000 meters). This book helps you to recognize and respond to altitude illness. In an easy-to-use format, it describes the acclimatization process and what can go ...
You can specify the type of files you want, for your device.Altitude Illness: Prevention & Treatment : How to Stay Healthy at Altitude : From Resort Skiing to Himalayan Climbing | Stephen, M.D. Bezruchka. I really enjoyed this book and have already told so many people about it!
