3 Michigan deer hunters die of heart attacks within 48 hours – National

At least three deer hunters in Michigan have died of heart attacks during the current 16-day season, including two men who tried to pull the heavy animals away, authorities said.

“I’ve never seen three people die in 48 hours from heart attacks while hunting deer,” said Dr. William Morrone, the medical examiner for Bay, Midland, Tuscola, Arenac and Iosco counties in the state.

He said hunters need to better prepare for the challenge of the outdoors.

“Deer season comes and bam: I’ve got a rifle, I’ve got a backpack, and I’m trudging through the woods,” Morrone said.

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The hunters — men ages 57, 65 and 83 — died in Arenac and Tuscola counties. They are just a fraction of the thousands of people who participate in the traditional firearms deer season, which began Nov. 15.

Morrone suggested that the Department of Natural Resources require proof of a physical for hunters.

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“Better diets, more activity and everyone should think about a physical before this,” he said. “Because deer hunting is a big deal in this state, but it also takes a toll on the body.”

All kinds of deer are hunted across Canada, although the most popular target is the white-tailed deer. Hunting seasons vary from province to province, but they usually take place between August and November.

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