High Altitude Illness Prevention

Gradual ascent is critical in the prevention of altitude illness. Previous altitude exposure in the preceeding months can help acclimitization. 'Normobaric hypoxic' air generators (eg. AltiPower, CAT, Go2altitude) simulate low oxygen (at normal pressure) at sea-level and may help reduce the symptoms of AMS when used before the planned trip. Some medication can help prevent Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). For more see the section on AMS.