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Air travel can pose health risks - even some deadly ones - but there's a lot you can do to protect yourself

Air travel can pose health risks - even some deadly ones - but there's a lot you can do to protect yourself

David Slotnick

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Air travel can be uncomfortable, with long hours spent in small seats, often-crummy food - if you're fed at all - and boredom. Air travel might not always be comfortable or fun, especially for frequent flyers, but it's incredibly safe.
However, even though accidents and injuries are rare, there are a few potential health risks to be aware of when you take a flight, whether it's a short hop or a long journey.
We spoke with three doctors to find out what you need to know to stay safe and healthy while flying.
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