Terrifying reason Brits are experiencing more heart attacks and strokes
A study of over 8 million residents in eastern Poland found that extreme weather events, such as heatwaves and coldwaves, are linked to significant increases in heart attacks and strokes. Air pollution exposure further intensified the impact of extreme temperatures, with 13% of cardiovascular deaths linked to air pollution.
Researchers analyzed data from over 8 million residents in eastern Poland between 2011 and 2020. They found 573,538 major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events (MACCE) and 377,373 cardiovascular deaths. Heatwaves and coldwaves were linked to significant increases in MACCE and cardiovascular deaths. Heatwaves had an immediate effect, with MACCE rising by 7.5% and cardiovascular deaths increasing by 9.5% on the same day as exposure. Air pollution exposure further intensified the impact, with 13% of cardiovascular deaths linked to air pollution. Women and younger people showed the highest vulnerability to air pollution.
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