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Please tell me how stressful is airline travel these days for road warrior near retirement? i mean effect on his heart.
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Its stressful: Airline travel is both physically and psychologically stressful. There are potential for delays, dehydration, etc. I would check with your primary physician to go over the details of your schedule and health to make an accurate assessment.
Answered 1/12/2016
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