Qomolangma expedition explores ultra-high altitude health issues
STORY: Qomolangma expedition explores ultra-high altitude health issues
DATELINE: May 11, 2022
LENGTH: 00:02:05
LOCATION: LHASA, China
CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE
SHOTLIST:
1. various of Mount Qomolangma
2. SOUNDBITE (English): GONG JICHENG, Professor, Peking University
STORYLINE:
What impact does an ultra-high altitude environment have on human health? What are the hazards for human bodies if they encounter environmental pollution at such high altitudes? What should people do to protect their health in a high-altitude environment?
Chinese researchers on the comprehensive scientific expedition on Mount Qomolangma, the world's highest peak located on the China-Nepal border, are trying to find answers to these questions. With its peak at 8,848.86 meters, the famous mountain provides an excellent opportunity for such studies.
A team of 27 researchers has monitored the health condition of 50 volunteers positioned at varying altitudes: 5,200 meters, 5,800 meters, 6,350 meters and 8,848 meters.
The team is
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