"I clicked the link at the end "35 Places You are Likely to Catch Covid." #35 on the list is "Taking a Walk." Give me a break...they just won't give it up!!
Posted on 06/03/2022 3:02:49 PM PDT by nickcarraway
Here's what to watch for.
Film fans everywhere were shocked by the recent death of actor Ray Liotta, who reportedly died in his sleep on May 26 at the age of 67. This comes a few months after comedian Bob Saget, 65, died from a head injury while he was sleeping. While passing away during sleep seems peaceful and preferable to many, when it happens to people in their 60s (relatively young these days), it can seem scary. Although we don't know Liotta's cause of death, experts say 90% of sudden, unexpected deaths at night are caused by cardiac arrest. Here's how to avoid that, if at all possible. Read on to find out more—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID.
1 Be Vigilant About Medications
People who have heart and lung disease and who take medication that affects the brain (including sedatives, antidepressants or pain medicine) have the greatest risk of dying in their sleep, Dr. Sumeet Chugh, medical director of Cedars-Sinai's Heart Rhythm Center, told the Wall Street Journal recently. He advised people in that group talk to their doctors about reducing risk. "Talk to your physicians again and say, 'Listen, do I need this extra sedative? Maybe I can try to manage with one instead of two.'" Even if that doesn't apply to you, being aware of potential interactions between medications, not to mention alcohol and other substances, is increasingly important as you get older.
2 Be Aware of Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) causes people to stop breathing for periods during sleep as soft tissues collapse into the airway. The body wakes up slightly so breathing can resume, repeating the process several times a night. If it sounds exhausting, your body agrees: Sleep apnea can raise the risk of heart disease and sudden cardiac arrest. The condition is treatable, but experts say 80 to 90 percent of people with sleep apnea are undiagnosed. The prime symptom: Snoring. If you do it chronically, consult your doctor.
3 Don't Ignore Chest Pain
Chest pain isn't like a headache or hangover—trying to "sleep it off" could be a fatal mistake. Experts say that if you experience even mild discomfort, pressure, tightness or squeezing in the chest area; pain in the neck, jaw, back or shoulders; shortness of breath; or lightheadedness, it could be a sign of a heart attack. Call 911 immediately.
4 Be Vigilant About Heart Health
Regular physical exams will keep you up-to-date on your heart health. Many heart problems or signs of heart disease can be identified with a routine EKG. Year round, practicing heart-healthy habits—eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, avoiding tobacco, and drinking alcohol only in moderation—can go a long way.
4 Get Enough Quality Sleep
Sleep isn't a health risk—far from. Not getting enough quality sleep on a regular basis has been linked with a variety of health problems, from obesity and diabetes to dementia and heart disease. Last month, scientists said they've determined the ideal amount of sleep for people in middle and old age: Seven hours a night. Getting six hours or less has been associated with cardiovascular disease. And to protect your life and the lives of others, don't visit any of these 35 Places You're Most Likely to Catch COVID.
I would much prefer to die awake, preferably screaming.
Ray Liotta smoked like there was no tomorrow. It’s a wonder he made it to 67. Likely had a heart attack or stroke in his sleep.
Don’t use a cpap - puts bad stuff in you
Dying in your sleep is about one of the best ways to die when you are old.
You gotta go some way.
6. Proactively die during the day
7. Fatal amount of caffeine
8. Visit Chicago
9. Hold my beer and watch this.
10. Know something about the Clintons.
"I clicked the link at the end "35 Places You are Likely to Catch Covid." #35 on the list is "Taking a Walk." Give me a break...they just won't give it up!!
I missed that he had died. Sorry to see it. I don’t care how bad the movie might be, he was always good.
Taking a walk?
Be a jerk wad politician for at least a half century.
Also,do not do a honest days work your entire life.
Liotta looked very rough in the TV series Shades of Blue (2016-2018). He did not look real healthy, but that was also the character he played.
Go to a biker bar and play push the dominoes with the motorcycles.
Schedule meeting with the media to release Hillary's secrets.
1> Don’t fall asleep.
Like the passengers in the sleepy driver’s car.
I can't comment on that statement. But I can say with surety that my brother would be dead now if he had not begun using a cpap some years ago. Apnea was literally killing him.
Maybe it does have some negatives, I don't know. But in life one sometimes has to choose between the lesser of the bad stuff. In his case, I have seen no downside.
When I was 18, I was an infantryman in Viet Nam. One day while attacking a enemy position I jumped down into a trench and came face to face with an enemy soldier. I actually startled both of us. Before I could shoot, he dropped down into a hole ( I decided not to follow).
I am 72 now and figure every year after that is a bonus year. If I should die in my sleep I will count it as a win.
Srsly?
Nonsense
Cool story!
Well, I hope you have many more. Was this trench you expected to be occupied by U.S. forces?
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