[at-l] Re: mtnsin afghanistan/ map!

[wild_mind@earthlink.net (Karen Elder)]

RE: [at-l] Re: mtnsin afghanistan/ map!----- Original Message -----=20
From: Ronald Moak=20

Altitude sickness can occur at elevations as low as 5000 feet, though =
cases at this height are rare. In general people begin to feel the =
effects at 8000 feet and above.=20

Going immediately from sea level to 10,000 feet can pose significant =
problems for many people. Especially if they attempt to perform labor =
intensive activities. Packing a 70 plus pound pack is pretty labor =
intensive.=20

For more information: http://www.high-altitude-medicine.com/=20
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Thanks for the URL, Ron.

.-=3DKaren


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