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health1 month ago•11 min saved

Flying isn’t just tiring—it can stress the body in real ways, with tips to guard your health midair

Air travel presents unique health risks due to cabin pressurization (up to 8,000 feet) that lowers available oxygen to about 15%, prompting faster breathing and higher heart rate, which can be dangerous for people with heart or lung disease. Low cabin humidity also causes dehydration, thickening blood and increasing the risk of clots and fainting. In-flight emergencies span range from GI issues to cardiac events, with fainting being common and cardiac incidents often more serious in the air. Practical tips include staying hydrated, taking medications on schedule, moving around every couple of hours, limiting alcohol, and avoiding recent dental work or diving before flying; landing decisions during emergencies depend on multiple factors.

via The Conversation|

#air-travel #cabin-pressure #cardiopulmonary-health

health2 years ago•2 min saved

In-Flight Alcohol and Napping Linked to Heart Risks, Study Finds

Researchers from the Institute of Aerospace Medicine in Germany are calling for restrictions on in-flight alcohol consumption after finding that drinking alcohol combined with cabin pressure at cruising altitude can negatively impact heart health, even in young and healthy passengers. Their study, published in the journal Thorax, showed that this combination lowers blood oxygen levels and raises heart rates, posing significant health risks. They suggest that air travelers, especially those with pre-existing conditions, should avoid alcohol before and during flights, and recommend changes to regulations to limit alcohol access on planes.

via New York Post |

#cabin-pressure #health #heart-health

business2 years ago•7 min saved

"Airline Safety Concerns: Loose Bolts and Door Plugs Raise Questions"

United Airlines discovered loose bolts in the panels of its Boeing 737 Max 9 jets, similar to the part that blew out of an Alaska Airlines plane, prompting concerns about the Max 9's safety. The Federal Aviation Administration has instructed airlines to inspect nearly 200 grounded Max 9 planes, with United and Alaska awaiting approval to begin. Investigators are focusing on the installation and inspection of the plug, and are also looking into pressurization warnings on the damaged plane during recent flights. The incident has raised significant safety concerns, leading to cancellations and potential disruptions for passengers.

via The New York Times|

#aviation-safety #boeing-737-max-9 #business

aviation2 years ago•0 min saved

"Terrifying Descent: United Jet Plummets 28,000 Feet in 8 Minutes Due to Cabin Pressure Scare"

A United Airlines flight bound for Rome had to turn back to Newark, New Jersey, and descend rapidly after a possible indication of cabin pressure loss. The plane landed safely, and although there was no actual loss of pressure, the pilots couldn't confirm it. The Boeing 777 descended from 37,000 feet to less than 9,000 feet in eight minutes. The flight was shortened, and passengers were accommodated on another plane, reaching Rome six hours later than scheduled.

via Chicago Tribune|

#aviation #boeing-777 #cabin-pressure

aviation3 years ago•2 min saved

Virginia Plane Crashes: Pilot's Condition and Sonic Boom Caught on Camera.

The pilot of a private plane that crashed in Virginia, killing all four people on board, was seen slumped over in the cockpit by fighter jets that intercepted the aircraft after it crossed restricted airspace over Washington DC. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but it is believed that the cabin may have depressurised gradually, causing the passengers and pilot to lose consciousness. The wreckage is said to be "highly fragmented" and investigators are combing through rural Virginia to assess it.

via BBC|

#aviation #cabin-pressure #fighter-jets