Tag: holiday health
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Holiday Season Heart Health: Preventing Spikes in Heart Attacks
Overview: Heart health and the holidays The winter holidays bring warmth, family, and festive foods, but they can also pose risks for heart health. Health professionals note that cardiac emergencies often rise during this season, with some data pointing to a notable increase around Christmas Eve. The American Medical Response (AMR) has highlighted a rise…
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Holiday Heart Attacks: How to Stay Safe This Christmas
H2: The holiday trend: more heart emergencies and why it happens Many families look forward to festive meals, long gatherings, and outdoor winter activities during the holiday season. Yet medical responders notice a concerning trend: cardiac emergencies spike around Christmas Eve and the surrounding days. Data from organizations such as American Medical Response show a…
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Holiday Heart Attack Rise: Staying Safe This Season
Why holiday heart problems rise Winter holidays bring a unique mix of celebration and stress. Data cited by emergency medical services, including American Medical Response, show a notable uptick in cardiac emergencies during the holiday season, with a commonly cited figure around a 30% increase on Christmas Eve. This pattern isn’t a single city’s issue—it…
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Why brain fog hits after four days of festive indulgence and how to recover
Understanding the root of post-holiday brain fog When the festive season stretches from early December into the New Year, many of us push through parties, late nights, rich foods, and more caffeine than usual. By the fourth day (or week) of indulgence, brain fog—a sense of mental cloudiness, difficulty focusing, and fatigue—can creep in. It…
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My Weirdest Christmas: Boxing Day Vomit and a Mystery
Waking to a dizzy start The day after Christmas dawned with a foggy head and a room that wouldn’t stop spinning. Boxing Day often carries a lighter mood than Christmas Eve, a chance to decompress after the gift-exchange chaos and the feast. For me, it started with the familiar, disorienting mix of fatigue and vertigo,…
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My Weirdest Christmas: Boxing Day Vomit and a Suspected Mysterious Condition
What happened on Boxing Day Waking up on December 26 with the room spinning and a foggy head is a familiar post-Christmas scenario for many, thanks to a day of indulgence. In my case, the celebration carried an extra jolt: a sudden vomiting episode in the sink, followed by a rising concern that something more…
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Stay Well This Holiday Season: Family Health Tips
Stay Well This Holiday Season: Practical Tips for Busy Families As the year closes, the holidays bring warmth, reunion, and a flurry of activities—balik kampung trips, festive gatherings, and vacations. Yet the same joy can be derailed in an instant when illness spreads through the household, turning plans into cancellations. With a little planning, you…
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Stay Well During the Holidays: Practical Tips to Keep Illness at Bay
Why holiday health matters The end of the year is a time for joy, gatherings, and travel. But the flurry of activities, crowded venues, and travel stress can also increase the risk of catching illnesses that throw plans off balance. Staying well during the holidays isn’t just about avoiding discomfort; it’s about preserving time with…
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Festive Foods and Liver Health: Navigating the Holiday Season in Singapore
Understanding the Risks Behind Festive Indulgence The year-end celebrations in Singapore are filled with family gatherings, office parties, and a banquet of flavors. Yet, beneath the merriment, frequent exposure to high-fat dishes, rich desserts, and alcohol can take a toll on the liver. While the liver is a resilient organ, a steady diet heavy in…
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Why heart attacks and strokes spike during the holidays
Understanding the holiday spike in heart attacks and strokes As the holiday season unfolds—from Christmas to New Year’s—the risk of heart attack and stroke can rise. Medical professionals note a notable uptick in cardiac events during this period, driven by a blend of physical, behavioral, and social factors. Recognizing these risks is the first step…