Heart Attack Symptoms
- Chest discomfort (Remember: not all people with heart attacks have chest pain.)
- Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach
- Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort
- Breaking out in a cold sweat, or feeling nauseous or lightheaded
Hypothermia symptoms
- Exhaustion or drowsiness
- Shivering
- Confusion
- Memory loss
- Fumbling hands
- Slurred speech
What Can You Do?
- Bundle Up: Don’t play the hero and wear shorts, you have nothing to prove. Wear a winter coat, hat, scarf and gloves. Make sure you cover your head and ears, and as much as your face to prevent frostbite and protect yourself from the cold wind and snow/freezing rain.
- Take it Easy: When blizzard-like weather comes knocking, it’s important to do a couple of trips shoveling snow. Remember that the longer you wait, the heavier the snow will be. Take frequent rests and don’t try shoveling too much snow at once (use your knees), you don’t want to overstress your heart.
- Skip the alcohol: When you drink, your cheeks get pink and you feel warm, so this may cause some people to underestimate the strain your body is in. So, skip the alcohol and drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated.
Stay warm and stay healthy.
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