Some people have guts of steel, while others are … a little more sensitive. Here are tips for preventing stomach discomfort ...

They call it the “death zone.” It’s a stretch of Mount Everest that’s about 26,000 feet up and is strewn with something like 200 corpses permanently frozen into the landscape —a warning to other ...

If you’re prone to motion sickness, you know the feeling of panic that comes with the onset of symptoms like nausea, dizziness and an upset stomach. Motion sickness manifests in different ways and ...

Diamox (acetazolamide) helps the body adapt to high elevations and prevent altitude sickness. Nifedipine ER can treat high-altitude pulmonary edema when other options aren't available. Ibuprofen can ...

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM Key Takeaways Take it slow when going to higher altitudes to prevent altitude sickness, which can become life-threatening when severe.Drinking lots of water ...

The co-author of "World Travel: An Irreverent Guide" shares advice for preparing for and getting through illness abroad. No matter how carefully you’ve planned, nor how cautious you’ve been, sometimes ...

Cold and flu season can warrant changes in how you and your family carry out your daily lives in your home. Lysol is frequently sprayed onto surfaces, hand sanitizer is a mainstay in many spaces and ...

Simple measures to prevent the spread of germs can help keep the most vulnerable portions of the population healthy, ...