Too much exercise risky for the aged
( 2003-10-23 15:47) (China Daily)
Medical experts are warning senior citizens, especially those with heart or
lung problems, not to exercise too much early in the morning, Jiefang Daily
reports.
And elderly fitness enthusiasts are being urged to carry personal data,
including their home address, emergency contact numbers and a brief medical
history with them whenever they go out alone.
At about 6 am on Tuesday, Pan, in his 80s, collapsed while doing his morning
exercise, as a rule at the Longhua Martyrs' Cemetery.
Thanks to the timely rescue efforts of local police and medical workers, Pan
recovered soon.
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