As the cold snapped, 158 people in Changhua County were sent to the emergency room for first aid in the past three days, and 10 of them showed OHCA (no breathing and heartbeat) and no signs of life before arriving at the hospital.

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〔Reporter Tang Shiming/Changhua Report〕Three consecutive days of cold weather, suspected cold death cases have been reported across Taiwan. According to statistics from the Changhua County Fire Department, a total of 158 people in Changhua County were sent to the emergency room due to acute myocardial infarction or other discomforts in the past three days. First aid, 10 of them showed OHCA (non-breathing and heartbeat) and no signs of life before arriving at the hospital. Very few of them recovered after rescue.

Doctors appealed that although the temperature showed signs of rising during the day, it was still quite cold at night. It is very important to keep warm. People should pay attention to the physical condition of their elders and children at home. If they feel unwell, they should seek medical treatment as soon as possible.

According to statistics from the Changhua County Fire Department, from 8 a.m. on January 28 to 8 a.m. on the 29th, a total of 46 cases of suspected acute myocardial infarction or other physical discomfort were sent to the hospital for emergency treatment. , 2 women) were rushed to the hospital for first aid, and were still in a life-threatening situation with no breathing and heartbeat before arriving at the hospital. The oldest was 95 years old, and the youngest was 88 years old. The ambulance staff could not tell whether OHCA was caused by cold weather. It may be cold weather brewing myocardial infarction.

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According to statistics from the Fire Department, 158 people were sent to the emergency department for 3 consecutive days of cold snap. 10 of them died before reaching the hospital. 1 or 2 patients recovered after rescue and are under continuous observation.

Although it is impossible to confirm whether the cause of these 158 people is related to the cold weather, the doctor still reminds that the temperature difference between day and night has been too large in recent days. Although the temperature has risen slightly during the day today, it is reminded that if there are elders in the family, they should pay attention to keeping warm. Warm clothes are essential. As long as you feel unwell, You should seek medical treatment as soon as possible, and never delay, so as not to delay the opportunity.

It is recommended to wear socks indoors at any time when the weather is cold. It is best to put a piece of clothing next to the bed so that you can put it on quickly when you get up. You can also place a thermos next to the bed and drink warm water immediately after getting up. It is best to wear a hat when you go out. Or scarves, masks, especially when riding a motorcycle, you must be fully prepared; do enough stretching exercises before exercising and morning swimming to avoid cramps or discomfort.

The doctor also reminded that if the public suddenly feels chest tightness, chest pain, cold sweat or cold limbs, it may be an acute myocardial infarction attack. Blood vessel problems or acute stroke require immediate medical attention.

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