H.A.P.E. – The Silent Killer In The Mountains You may think that slippery slopes, nasty falls, avalanches, wild animals, or gear malfunctions are the most dangerous things in the mountains, but you must beware of HAPE. This little, seemingly harmless acronym stands for High Altitude Pulmonary Edema, and that mouthful of words can kill you, literally. It’s the number one cause of death related to high altitude exposure. […] Chad Walker | November 7, 2019 1 Comment
Acute Mountain Sickness | Know The Effects And Risks That Altitude Can Have In Your Body. A Polish woman went unconscious and then passed away last month in the middle of a mountaineering expedition in Manaslu, Nepal. Earlier this year, many climbers attempting to summit Mount Everest lost consciousness and perished on the way to the top. Similar situations happen every year in mountains all around the world. The reason? High Altitude Sickness or Acute Mountain […] Industry News Micho | July 17, 2019 0 Comments
High Altitude Pulmonary Edema: A Silent Killer In The Mountains High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a life-threatening high-altitude related illness that can cripple even the healthiest mountain athletes. When ascending to high altitudes, over 2500 meters (8200 feet), arteries in the lungs begin to experience high amounts of pressure, leading to fluid accumulation in the alveoli. The fluid buildup inhibits the uptake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide, […] Brains Ryan Nadiak | July 17, 2019 0 Comments
Ski Season is Just Around the Corner, Educate Yourself about HAPE When most people fantasize about a big ski trip, the only health aspect they know is altitude sickness. Often times, consuming a sufficient amount of water and overall understanding and listening to your body can be fine and most people do not run into an issue. There is more to be informed about, including HAPE. What is HAPE? It stands […] Featured Article Grant Weaver | July 17, 2019 0 Comments
All About HAPE: The Most Fatal Altitude Sickness High altitude pulmonary edema, or HAPE, is the most deadly type of altitude sickness. HAPE is a condition where a person’s lungs fill with fluid, preventing oxygenation of blood and causing a variety of unpleasant symptoms. It usually occurs within 4-5 days of reaching an altitude greater than 8000 feet and often happens to people who are physically fit and […] Tanner Blake | October 1, 2018 0 Comments
“Troubling Trends” Surrounding the Increased Frequency of Alpine Illness HAPE According to a blog post by park rangers of Denali National Park, a sharp uptick in the number of climbers attempting to summit the 20,310-foot park namesake has led to a resurgence of High Altitude Pulmonary Edema. The condition, known as HAPE, most frequently occurs in normally healthy individuals traveling from lower elevations to areas above 8,200 feet, leaving popular […] Brains Lucas Gauthier | July 7, 2018 0 Comments
High Altitude Pulmonary Edema—What It Is and Why You Should Care High Altitude Pulmonary Edema, or HAPE, is the most common and most fatal form of high altitude sickness. HAPE results from fluid building up in the lungs over time while at high altitude. Essentially, victims of HAPE take in less and less oxygen due to the low air pressure at high altitudes as fluid continues to fill up their lungs, resulting […] Brains Maggie Dean | October 1, 2017 0 Comments
The Tortoise and the HAPE: Steady High-Altitude Ascents Win the Race (and Save Lives) High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) is a terminal reaction of the lungs to low-oxygen conditions and is the number one cause of death in high altitude environments. When it comes to mountaineering and backcountry snow sports, the excitement of peak-bagging, if not managed with caution and preparedness, can be costly. We all know the fable of the tortoise and the […] Brains Sydney Stephens | October 1, 2017 0 Comments
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