The article discusses the discontinuation of exercise videos on long-haul flights, particularly those crossing the Pacific, and the subsequent increase in health risks such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) for passengers. It highlights the importance of in-flight activity for preventing such health issues, a practice that has largely vanished from modern air travel.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
The shift away from in-flight exercise videos represents a missed opportunity for integrating technology into passenger health solutions. In today’s age, a dedicated mobile app could offer personalized exercise routines, health tips, and reminders to move, enhancing passenger well-being during long flights. Such an app could utilize gamification and notifications to encourage movement, significantly mitigating risks like DVT.
Source: Why Your Hawaii Flight Could Be Putting Your Health at Risk – Beat of Hawaii
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