High-altitude medicine

ZONE OF KNOWLEDGE

High UV radiation in the mountains can cause painful sunburns and, in extreme cases, even snow blindness.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR SKIN IN THE MOUNTAINS?

During high-altitude expeditions, your skin is exposed to much stronger UV radiation than in the lowlands. To avoid burns:

➤ Use creams with maximum UV filter (minimum SPF 30).

➤ Make sure the cream is not water-based. The morning attempt to squeeze ice from the tube causes a grimace of despair on a sunburned face.

➤ Also use a protective lip balm with UV filter (minimum SPF 30).

➤ In the mountains, when a helmet is not required, wear a wide-brimmed hat.

➤ Additionally, thoroughly apply UV cream to your ears, nose, and nostrils.

➤ Use a nose guard, which is often integrated with glacier glasses.

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DO YOU WANT TO LEARNMORE?

If you want to better prepare health-wise for trekking or high-altitude expeditions, you can find an extended version of the guide in the ebook"High-altitude Medicine in Practice – A Guide for Trekking and Expeditions" >>

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You will also learn practical knowledge about dealing with emergencies in the mountains in the online training"High-altitude First Aid" >>- designed for those planning trips to high altitudes.

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Meanwhile, you will find detailed contents of the expedition first aid kit and a precise guide for preparing an expedition kit and a personal rescue set in the ebook"Expedition First Aid Kit – A Complete Medical Guide" >>

ARE YOU PLANNING A TREKOR A HIGH-ALTITUDE EXPEDITION?

If you want to check if your health condition allows you to safely participate in a trek or high-altitude expedition, it is worth usinga medical consultation >> ora telemedicine expedition package >>

This way, you can assess health risks in advance, prepare properly for the trip, and increase safety while at altitude.

The company was established in 2004. The goal of MedEverest is education in the field of mountain medicine and the dangers of high altitudes. I deal with all medical aspects of staying at high altitude. I organize medical support for trekking and high-altitude expeditions.

Specialist Medical Practice Medeverest Robert Szymczak based in Gdańsk (80-360), at ul. Bolesława Krzywoustego 19F, NIP: 5841943576, REGON: 220148318.

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