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Air Travel Health News: What Everyone Should Know About Air Travel view detail comment email this

Information about the dangers of air travel such as deep vein thrombosis, recycled air, air rage, fear of flying, and toxins. Includes dozens of practical strategies for safe flying. The author is a self-described "air safety pioneer" and former flight attendant who flew for over 20 years "before being medically grounded due to the toxic conditions on board airplanes."
http://www.flyana.com/
Topics: Health, Health, Pollution, Travel

Last updated Apr 21, 2006


Airline Water Supplies view detail comment email this

Information related to the September 2004 release of data about the safety of drinking water supplies on passenger aircraft. Features test results, a FAQ, a fact sheet, and updates on aircraft water testing and disinfection. From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
http://www.epa.gov/safewater/airlinewater/questions.html
Topics: Beverages, Health, Health, Pollution, Transportation, Travel, Water

Last updated Oct 12, 2009


Economy-Class Syndrome and Deep Vein Thrombosis view detail comment email this

Questions and answers about deep vein thrombosis, a potentially life-threatening condition where "blood clots form in the body's deep veins, particularly veins in the legs." Includes suggestions for preventing this condition during air travel, and links to related articles. From the American Heart Association.
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3010041
Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health

Last updated Dec 14, 2007


In-Flight Fitness Guide From APTA view detail comment email this

This brief airline travel fitness guide suggests "some simple, seated exercises to keep the blood flowing, the joints mobile, and the muscles relaxed while en route." From the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Brochures1&TEMPLATE=/CM/ContentDisplay.cfm&CONTENTID=26163
Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices

Last updated Dec 14, 2007


Traveling for Business? Work in a Workout view detail comment email this

This article provides tips for getting exercise while traveling. It suggests checking out exercise options ahead of time at and nearby your hotel, packing fitness equipment, and getting some walking in while waiting for your flight or train. Includes ideas for facilities with limited exercise options, such as bringing an exercise video or using a resistance band. From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/HQ01556_D
Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices

Last updated Dec 20, 2007




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