News & Features — 15 December 2016 at 11:26 am

Medication Use Among Mount Everest Climbers

If you are interested in this article, you may be interested in these others relating to altitude:

Drugs in the Mountains

Hypoxia and Cold – From Science to Treatment

Hydration Strategies at Altitude

This is an interesting follow up to the groundbreaking Outside Magazine article ‘Climbing’s Little Helper’ and the recent comprehensive UIAA advice on drugs in the mountains. What are people taking on Everest? And do you know what your group are taking on your expedition?

Medication Use Among Everest Climbers