Mountaineering and altitude sickness: a study of AMS prevalence among climbers of Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia

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Mountaineering and altitude sickness: a study of AMS prevalence among climbers of Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia

Introduction: Adventure tourism has become one of Malaysia’s most attractive tourism demands, and mountain climbing is rapidly becoming a popular recreational sport. Exploring mountain adventures offers a dynamic experience, preserving this fascinating activity, yet the climbers are exposed to the r...

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Main Authors:	Abdullah, Muhamad Aliff, Yaakob, Sam Shor Nahar, Ismail, Mohd Hafizal, Samsudin, Shamsulariffin, Farizan, Noor Hamzani
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia 2023
Online Access:	http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/105579/ http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/105579/1/2023011613044302_MJMHS_0830.pdf

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