New data identifies two key risk factors for high-altitude pulmonary edema, a leading cause of death on the mountain.

Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Altitude sickness refers to symptoms of low oxygen, which may happen at elevations ...

One victim was trying to become the oldest woman to climb Indonesia's seven highest peaks. Three other climbers in their ...

It's not exactly alpine style up a new route, but Vassiliy Pivtso, 49, and his small team will try to make their Makalu climb ...

The Dhaulagiri Expedition is an extreme experience for mountain climbers and trekkers looking for an exciting and extraordinary Himalayan encounter. Towering at 8,167 meters, Dhaulagiri is the seventh ...

Respiratory diseases rank among the foremost causes of mortality and disability globally, with long-term exposure to environmental pollutants playing a critical role in their onset and progression.

But in high-altitude regions, the body shifts so that oxygen is not as easily delivered from the bloodstream to tissues. A left-shifting drug like HypoxyStat means the oxygen-binding abilities of red ...

High-altitude locations provide cooler climates, cleaner air, and breathtaking landscapes, making them attractive for luxury residences, mixed-use developments, and wellness retreats. The ...

A three-person Army Black Hawk helicopter crew may not have received accurate altitude readings in their cockpit or an important transmission from air traffic control before the deadly crash with ...