HAPE is the Leading Cause of Death at High Altitudes High-altitude pulmonary edema or HAPE is the leading cause of death related to high-altitude exposure. John Krakauer’s breakout book Into Thin Air brought HAPE as well as High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) to the forefront of mortality on Mt. Everest, but the fact is that HAPE, while most common above altitudes of 8,200 feet, can occur at altitudes as low […] Brains Meghan Kelly | October 1, 2017 0 Comments
Know Before You Go: Altitude is Everything Incredible peaks, challenging terrain, extreme climates; it’s what mountain folk thrive on. High altitude landscapes have drawn in mountaineers for years, but there are still things that leave us at the mercy of Mother Nature. In this case, it is a rare, but life-threatening occurrence called High Altitude Pulmonary Edema or HAPE. Without proper acclimation, HAPE can happen to an […] Industry News Katy Shipley | October 1, 2017 0 Comments
High Altitude Sickness – Knowing This Could Save Your Life We all know of someone that arrived in resort but didn’t make it on the hill because they got hit with high altitude sickness. But did you know that without treatment, complications can occur and altitude sickness can quickly become fatal? Altitude sickness can strike when you travel to a high altitude above sea level too quickly (usually above 3,000m […] Brains Boo Radley | December 4, 2016 0 Comments
Brain Post: Study Reveals What Just One Energy Drink Does To Your Body… According to a recent study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, energy drinks are loaded with stimulants and sugars that tend to increase blood pressure and stress hormones in healthy adults that lead to an elevated risk of Heart Disease. The results of this experiment weren’t as severe as some may think, but they are valuable when it comes to making decisions […] Brains Chris Wallner | December 5, 2015 1 Comment
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