Drinking water can combat 'economy class syndrome'

The chances of getting an in-flight blood clot could be reduced by simply drinking more water while flying.

Drinking water can combat 'economy class syndrome'

The chances of getting an in-flight blood clot could be reduced by simply drinking more water while flying.

Blood clots can form in the legs of air passengers who sit still for long periods and are lethal if they move into vital organs like the heart and lungs. The condition is known as "economy class syndrome"

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