KCTV: Cardiologist Warns Shoveling Snow Can Be Hazardous for Your Heart

Dr. Andrew Sauer, cardiologist at Saint Luke's Cardiovascular Consultants, talked with KCTV about how to protect your heart health during snow storms.

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The physical exertion of snow shoveling along with bitter cold temperatures can be a dangerous combination, resulting in an increased risk for sudden cardiac arrest or heart attacks, especially for those with existing heart conditions.

Ahead of a strong winter storm set to bring subzero temperatures and heavy snow to Kansas City, Dr. Andrew Sauer, cardiologist at Saint Luke's Cardiovascular Consultants, talked with KCTV  about how to protect your heart health during snow storms.

Dr. Sauer explains how bitter cold temperatures and even slips and falls can put extra strain on the heart.