With Christmas just a week away, there's a lot on everyone's mind - from last minute shopping to hosting guests to decorating to holiday meal planning. One thing people probably aren't thinking about - a holiday heart attack. According to some U.S. based studies, cardiac problems spike during the holidays especially during Christmas and New Years. What's the cause? While the exact reason is not known, it could be a number of factors including overeating, reduced exercise, drinking too much alcohol, emotional stress and decisions to delay seeking medical advice or treatment if something is wrong.Visit these links for more information and tips on how to have a healthy holiday:
Heart attack warning signs - Heart & Stroke Foundation
Tips for a heart healthy holiday - University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Risk assessment - Heart & Stroke Foundation
Truth behind more holiday heart attacks - WebMD
Holiday eating for a healthy waist - Eat Right Ontario
Holiday health and safety tips - Center for Disease Control & Prevention
High blood pressure information guide - KPL HealthLink
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