With several inches of snow expected throughout most of Metro Detroit​ on Wednesday and Thursday, it will be a tedious task to shovel.

FOX 2 - We know that heart attacks spike after a snowstorm. In fact, a Canadian study found in men, the incidence of heart attack went up by 16% after a big snowfall. They didn't study women, but by now we know that no matter who's holding the shovel,

In today’s Health Alert, the snow is piling up, and while driveways and sidewalks will need clearing, shoveling can take a serious toll on your health.

This week’s snowstorm is forecast to be one of the biggest so far this year, and health leaders are warning about shoveling and cardiac arrest. Dr. Barry Franklin with Corewell Health has tips to stay safe.

Doctors say if you’re not careful when using a shovel you could suffer severe injuries or even death.