Doctors Warn Of Health Impacts The Cold Has On The Body

Doctors Warn Of Health Impacts The Cold Has On The Body

Assessment

Interactive Video

Health Sciences, Biology

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the dangers of cold weather, including wind chill, icy conditions, and their effects on health. It highlights how cold air can impact breathing, especially for those with lung conditions like COPD and asthma. The risk of heart attack and stroke increases as blood vessels contract in the cold, raising blood pressure. Cold weather also weakens the immune system, making infections more likely. Frostbite and hypothermia are serious risks, and a study shows a significant percentage of global deaths are linked to cold exposure. Staying warm is crucial for health and safety.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges of running in extremely cold weather?

Increased thirst

Slipping on ice

Breathing difficulties

Overheating

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does cold weather affect people with chronic lung conditions?

It has no effect

It improves their breathing

It reduces the risk of infections

It increases the risk of deep coughs

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to stay warm during cold weather?

To improve digestion

To increase blood pressure

To prevent respiratory infections

To avoid dehydration

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common but non-permanent symptom of cold exposure?

Hypothermia

Numb and tingly skin

Frostbite

Heatstroke

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of global deaths were linked to cold exposure according to a 2015 study?

10%

7%

5%

12%