Heart attacks and strokes rising with extreme weather events, research suggests
Research presented at the European Association of Preventive Cardiology congress found that extreme weather events, such as heat waves and cold snaps, are linked to a rise in heart attacks and strokes. The study analyzed data from over 8 million residents of Eastern Poland between 2011 and 2020.
A study of over 8 million Eastern Poland residents between 2011 and 2020 found a link between extreme weather events and increased heart attacks and strokes. Researchers recorded over 573,000 major cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events during the decade. Heat waves caused an immediate 7.5% spike in major cardiovascular events and a 9.5% jump in cardiovascular deaths. Cold waves had a delayed but sustained impact, with a 4-5.9% increased risk of major events in the following days. Air pollution intensified the risks, with approximately 13% of cardiovascular deaths attributed to pollution. The study's findings challenge traditional medical assumptions about risk demographics, showing a 5% higher risk in women and a 9% higher risk in people under 65 compared to those older than 65.
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