Altitude sickness is rare at elevations of less than 8,200 feet but becomes much more common at higher altitudes.
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Brian Strickland, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Whether you’re ascending to high altitudes for casual travel or for adventure tourism, there are specific strategies to help you acclimate and reduce the likelihood of altitude sickness.
Climbing a mountain has more to do with how your body deals with altitude, which you can’t control.
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