18/02/2026
🫀Did you know that heart attacks are more common during the winter?
When you’re cold, blood vessels narrow, raising blood pressure and heart rate. This is a normal response, but if you have a heart condition, it can increase your risk of a heart attack - especially during exercise.
Look after your heart this winter by:
👕 Layering up with thin layers to trap heat
🍲 Enjoying warming meals & hot drinks for energy
🧤 In very cold weather, adding a hat, scarf & gloves when heading out
Make sure you know the warning signs of a heart attack, and if you think you or someone else might be having one, call 999 for an ambulance immediately.