Friday, February 5, 2010

Medical Aspects of Snowfall

Heavy snowfall presents a number of health challenges,both mental and physical.East coast residents are are getting a full measure of them this winter.If they are not approached correctly,they can lead to exhaustion,injury,and even death.The media are partly to blame for all the stress.If you listen to their raving too much,you will increase your stress level considerably.Turn the TV off for a while.Go for a little walk at the height of the storm.See how it transforms your surroundings.
Consider shoveling two or three times a day,instead of taking on a huge burden by doing it all at once.Relax in between the sessions.If your heart starts to pound,you need a rest.Just stand there a few minutes and catch your breath,taking in your surroundings.If power goes out for any length of time,put your frozen food in a plastic bag or cooler and set it out on the back porch.Let nature provide the refrigeration.
Make sure you have a week's supply of prescription and over the counter drugs,just to be safe.Buy a couple of magazines,paperbacks or newspapers you've always wanted to read while you're at the drugstore.Keep up the spirits of the elderly and infirm,don't alarm them-you will help yourself in the process.Don't fight the snow;make good use of it.It is a gift as much as it is a problem.

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