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American Heart Association warns of potential heart problems caused by shoveling snow

Headline from WHEC Rochester, on the newest of 2 developments

Health officials warned about the risks associated with shoveling large amounts of snow. The American Heart Association reminded people to monitor their heart rate.

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  1. Shoveling snow could pose dangerous health risk for one group, experts warn

    Headline from Fox News ·

  2. Newest

    American Heart Association warns of potential heart problems caused by shoveling snow

    Headline from WHEC Rochester ·

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9 articles, oldest first.

  1. Fox News

    Shoveling snow could pose dangerous health risk for one group, experts warn (opens Fox News)

    Published

    Fox News's feed description

    Cardiologists warn adults over 45 to use caution when shoveling snow. Experts say those over 65 with heart disease risk factors should avoid it entirely.

  2. PhillyVoice

    Shoveling snow increases the risk of heart attack for many people. Here's why (opens PhillyVoice)

    Published

    PhillyVoice's feed description

    Shoveling heavy snow increases the risk of sudden cardiac arrest for many people. A Jefferson Health cardiologist explains why and offers tips for shoveling snow safely.

  3. Seattle Times

    Shoveling snow? Over-exertion and cold temps can raise your heart risks (opens Seattle Times)

    Published

    Seattle Times's feed description

    Officials warn that shoveling snow after this weekend

  4. WHEC Rochester

    American Heart Association warns of potential heart problems caused by shoveling snow (opens WHEC Rochester)

    Published

    WHEC Rochester's feed description

    Health officials warned about the risks associated with shoveling large amounts of snow. The American Heart Association reminded people to monitor their heart rate.

  5. CBS News

    Major winter storm brings warnings about heart attack risk of shoveling snow (opens CBS News)

    Published

    CBS News's feed description

    Cardiologists say shoveling snow can increase a person's risk of experiencing a heart attack.

  6. NBC New York

    Winter storm 2026: Can shoveling snow cause a heart attack? (opens NBC New York)

    Published

    NBC New York's feed description

    Shoveling snow is not just annoying. It can put a strain on your heart. Here's how to stay safe.

Identical headlines usually mean shared wire copy. They are counted as separate articles but are not independent confirmation.

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