Winter's Deadly Grip: Heart Attacks Surge, Striking Younger Adults

• Heart attack cases significantly increase during colder months, affecting younger working professionals (30s-50s) more frequently.
• Cold weather constricts blood vessels, raising blood pressure and increasing blood clotting tendency, making blockages more likely.
• Lifestyle changes in winter, such as reduced exercise, increased calorie intake, and disturbed sleep, contribute to higher cardiac risk.
• Stress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline) are elevated due to irregular sleep and long working hours, fueling inflammation and cardiac stress.
• Early recognition of symptoms like chest discomfort, breathlessness, and pain spreading to arm/jaw is crucial for timely medical intervention and survival.

Why It Matters: Cold weather and lifestyle factors increase heart attack risk, especially for younger adults; early detection is vital.