Study: Long-Distance Travel Triples the Risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Travel Blog  •  Michael Yessis  •  07.07.09 | 1:41 PM ET

The dangers have long been suspected. Now, apparently for the first time, there’s research to support the theory. A report in the Annals of Internal Medicine says anyone flying for longer than four hours has increased risk of blood clotting known as deep vein thrombosis. The risk is three times greater than it is for someone not traveling. USA Today and Reuters explain the science. 

Experts suggest long-distance travelers lessen the risk by, among other things, drinking water and getting up and walking around the plane every now and then, lest they suffer like Dick Cheney.



2 Comments for Study: Long-Distance Travel Triples the Risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis

vietnam travel 07.08.09 | 11:04 AM ET

Lindsey 07.19.09 | 10:06 AM ET

Ah I’m at risk doing a lot of things! I’d rather travel and see the world :)

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