Why it happens: Altitude sickness strikes when your body can’t adjust to lower oxygen levels at high elevations, common above 8,000 feet. Prevention first: Acclimatize slowly, hydrate well, eat light, ...

Altitude sickness can sneak up fast — especially if you’re sipping après-ski cocktails. Here’s how to stay healthy in the mountains. Rich Manning is a writer and spirits and food competition judge ...

Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM Key Takeaways Take it slow when going to higher altitudes to prevent altitude ...