Should people with dementia fly?
Should people with dementia fly? Living with Alzheimer's or another dementia does not mean it's necessary to stop participating in meaningful activities such as travel. However, it does require planning to ensure safety, comfort and enjoyment for everyone.
Can flying cause confusion?
At these altitudes, there is a reduction of between 20 and 26% of available oxygen, resulting in haemoxyhaemoglobin saturations between 83 and 85% of normal. In fit people this can cause tachycardia, tachypnoea, headaches, dizziness, impaired coordination, fatigue and confusion.
What conditions stop you from flying?
Who should not travel by air? Diseases that prevent you from boarding a plane
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- A recent stroke.
- Infectious diseases, such as chickenpox, influenza or even COVID-19.
- A recent surgery.
- A pregnancy of over 28 weeks.
- Angina (chest pain at rest)