AltitudePhysiology.org: A High Altitude Resource

ALTITUDE INFORMATION
	Find out exactly how much less oxygen there is in the atmosphere at any altitude by visiting our interactive altitude graph. Or learn about how the body acclimatises to high altitude, or about the different forms of altitude sickness and why some athletes undertake altitude training.

THE INTERNATIONAL HAPE DATABASE
	Altitude.org hosts the International HAPE Database, a database of previous HAPE sufferers worldwide who might consider participating in future research studies. Have you, or someone you know, ever suffered from HAPE (high altitude pulmonary oedema)? If so, please visit the HAPE Database today to find out more, or click to register.

FACT OF THE WEEK

	2240m: Mexico City. The world's second largest city sits at a significant altitude. This reduced air pressure can have important effects on athletic performance and is sufficient to enduce Acute Mountain Sickness in some individuals. Click for more altitude facts.

CALCULATORS

	Altitude.org has a number of fun interactive calculators which explain the effects of ascent to high altitude on your body. There are online models for the general public as well as physicians. Explore the interactive calculators on this site.