Individuals with known or suspected cardiac disease, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol were also recommended to take additional precautions by the organization.
Additionally, those who smoke often, are sedentary by nature, are fat, or are very inactive should exercise caution.
The American Heart Association states that lightheadedness, palpitations, abnormal heart rhythms, and chest discomfort or pressure are typical signs of a cardiac event, such as a heart attack.
Stop working in the yard this winter if you encounter any of these symptoms. Call 911 if the symptoms don’t go away right away.
Asking someone else to do it is the first and maybe most apparent solution, but if that isn’t possible, there are other safety measures that can be taken.
