Latest about altitude sickness
Teen hiker recovering in an induced coma after altitude hallucinations caused him to fall 120 feet in the Sierra Nevada
The father of Zane Wach, 14, says hallucinations prompted his son to question whether he was dreaming before he fell from a Mount Whitney cliff
Altitude training from anywhere – can simple breathwork help you climb the world’s highest peaks?
A new breathwork program is designed to help people navigate high altitude zones more effortlessly
Struck down by altitude sickness, 2 hikers signal for help just before cell phone batteries die
Always carry reliable communications devices when venturing into the backcountry
6 weird things that happen to your body at high altitude
Some odd things happen to your body at higher elevations, some of which we can explain and some of which we can’t
Hiking 14ers: how to stay alive when you’re bagging peaks
Hiking 14ers is an exhilarating mountain pursuit in the summer, but carries extra risk and requires special preparation for safety and success
How to train for high altitude hiking: top tips for when you're adventuring way above sea level
If you want to learn how to train for high altitude hiking, this guide will help you prepare mentally and physically for a successful hike into thin air
How to prevent altitude sickness: expert advice on how to stay safe when heading on high
We spoke to James Barber from the Altitude Centre - the UK’s leading altitude training specialists – about how to prevent altitude sickness, susceptibility to the illness, and potential remedies
