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Medical emergencies in a remote location like Everest can quickly escalate out of control if they are not dealt with quickly and efficiently.
The Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) was established in 1973 to provide advice and medical treatment to trekkers and climbers in the Himalayan region. The aide post at Everest Base Camp was set up [...]
During his last trip to Camp 2 Sir Ranulph suffered from severe exhaustion due to lack of sleep. Sir Ranulph said: “I got pretty much ruined, or that is how I felt, by this filthy cough. I’m now on penicillin and the doc has said to go down the valley would be very beneficial to [...]
Explorer Sir Ranuph Fiennes is taking on a series of training climbs in preparation for his bid to climb Everest later this year.
He is climbing with Mountain Guide Kenton Cool in the Swiss Alps.
“Ran’s training’s going well. He runs regularly, so his personal fitness is excellent. But he hasn’t climbed seriously since he was on [...]
