Winter storm / power outage
Pace yourself when shoveling snow — it's a real cardiac risk
#Nature ❄️ Winter
Shoveling heavy snow combines sudden strenuous exertion with cold air that constricts blood vessels — a combination that sends a meaningful number of otherwise healthy adults into cardiac distress every winter, especially anyone who isn't used to regular physical exertion. Push snow rather than lift it where you can, take breaks, warm up first, and stop immediately if you feel chest pain, shortness of breath, or unusual fatigue — it's not weakness, it's the actual warning sign this risk is known for.