Three people died after experiencing medical events after doing snow cleanup this weekend in Lehigh County. Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said the three people, between the ages of 60 and 84, were shoveling or cleaning up snow before having a medical emergency. Their deaths were ruled natural.

Shovelling snow has been linked with increased rates of back problems, bone fractures and even heart attacks, with studies suggesting that seniors are particularly vulnerable to injury. We spoke with some experts about the associated risks and best practices to help keep yourself safe.

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As Torontonians dig out from more than 40 cm of snow, health-care professionals are urging people to take precautions to avoid straining their heart when shovelling.