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Why Your Risk of Having a Fatal Heart Attack

New research suggests extreme temperatures can significantly increase your risk of a fatal heart attack. However, health experts say there are simple steps you can take to reduce your risks. High levels of air pollution, such as smoke from wildfires, can also increase your likelihood of having a fatal heart attack. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Earth’s average global temperature was 1.89 degrees F (1.05 degrees C) above average in June, making it the hottest on record. Wildfires in Canada also contributed to unsafe pollution ...