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Precautions For Long Airline Flight

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Grand Rapis, MI
January 10
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For those with heart disease, here are some precautions to consider for a long airline flight:

1. Medical Clearance: Ensure you have a travel certification from your cardiologist
2. Medication: Bring all necessary heart-attack medications.
3. Medical Equipment: Have access to oxygen tanks, a defibrillator, and other Show Full Answer

For those with heart disease, here are some precautions to consider for a long airline flight:

1. Medical Clearance: Ensure you have a travel certification from your cardiologist.
2. Medication: Bring all necessary heart-attack medications.
3. Medical Equipment: Have access to oxygen tanks, a defibrillator, and other essential medical equipment.
4. Comfort: Consider booking first-class seats for more space and comfort.
5. Companion: Travel with a medical professional if possible.

For more details, refer to the context provided in the "Member Spotlight: A Heart Attack In Paradise - Part 1" article.

July 8
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Makes good sense! Thanks!

January 13
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

The best I have been able to do flying from the East coast to West coast is the following: 1. Keep my watch set for previous time so I know what my body might be thinking (especially with diabetes). 2. Move my feet up to my knees frequently throughout the trip..

January 13

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