Safe Flying with
Heart Conditions

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Consult your doctor first

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Keep Your Meds Handy

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Move regularly during the flight

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Stay Hydrated

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Avoid rushing

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Supplemental oxygen

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Wear a Medical ID

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Safe Flying with
Heart Conditions

Consult your doctor first

Keep Your Meds Handy

Move regularly during the flight

Stay Hydrated

Avoid rushing

Supplemental oxygen

Wear a Medical ID

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Safe Flying with Heart Conditions

Consult your doctor first

Keep Your Meds Handy

Move regularly during the flight

Stay Hydrated

Avoid rushing

Supplemental oxygen

Wear a Medical ID

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