All winter long, people are tasked with clearing snow from driveways, streets, and sidewalks to create walkable paths.

Shoveling the snow may seem like a harmless activity. However, health experts are saying otherwise, indicating it can be a dangerous threat.

Emergency rooms see an alarming number of heart attacks linked to snow shoveling, and the risks increase with age.

“This is a novel movement and [that] can trigger a heart attack.” “If [shoveling snow] is not a common occurrence for you,” he advises, “don’t go out and buy a snow machine just yet.

“The amount of heart attacks we get in the cath lab and when we ask when it started ‘when I was shoveling snow’ is crazy,” a third added. Dr. Martin goes on to share five tips on how to ...

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Older Michigan residents should be cautious when heading out to shovel snow this winter, experts warn, because the exertion of shoveling can pose serious health risks. The American Journal of ...

Research shows that many people may face an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest after shoveling heavy snow. “Shoveling snow can be a very vigorous activity, and you’re ...