Winter poses additional risks for heart problems so take steps to stay safe and warm
Cold temperatures can decrease the supply of oxygen-rich blood to the heart even though you need more of it as you’re working harder. Oleg Golovnev/Shutterstock
The winter can be hard on your heart. Cold temperatures literally make things harder for your heart.
If you have heart disease, winter can pile on risk like a fresh snowfall. Some experts suggest that winter creates “the perfect storm” for heart problems.
Devon Andre
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Devon Andre holds a bachelor's in forensic science from the University of Windsor in Canada and a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh. Mr. Andre is a journalist for Bel Marra Health, which first published this article.
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