Holiday risks raise heart attack deaths after Thanksgiving
Houston Methodist experts cite Duke University findings that November through January see the highest heart attack fatalities. Dr Nadia Fida of Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital warns four holiday dangers and how to avoid them to protect heart health during the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duke University
Nadia Fida
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
Too Much Food and Too Little Exercise Holiday Advice
Fida cautions against overindulgence and urges balanced habits during holidays. She suggests using low-fat yogurt in dips, swapping bread in stuffing with vegetables, and choosing active outings like speed shopping at the mall to stay fit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fida
Alcohol and secondhand smoke link to heart risks
Drinking excessive alcohol raises fats in blood and hypertension risk, while holiday gatherings increase exposure to secondhand smoke linked to cardiovascular death and disability. The caution highlights obesity stroke and accident risks from alcohol and smoke exposure.
Coping Tips for Stress and Anxiety at Home
Fida notes that stress and anxiety from family conflicts travel shopping and parties make relaxation hard. Acute and chronic stress may raise blood pressure so head it off with relaxation techniques like deep breathing or a yoga class. Accept your limits and avoid perfection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fida
Winter germs rise with crowds and flu risk rising
Exposure to germs in crowded malls school plays indoor parties and visiting relatives increases winter illness. People with heart disease face higher death risk from flu complications so a flu shot is advised. Wash hands sleep well and vaccinate family. Decongestants may raise blood pressure call 281 837 7587 for a Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital heart specialist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fida
Houston Methodist
San Jacinto Hospital
Diabetes Month awareness and local health notes
Cham bers Health highlights American Diabetes Month with tips on managing the disease and reducing complications. The piece covers diabetes risks, the role of insulin and self care, and urges checkups with providers. Dr. Redman practices at Bayside Clinic in Anahuac and serves in leadership roles at local medical centers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
American Diabetes Association
Chambers Health
Dr. Redman
Anahuac
Bayside Clinic
West Chambers Medical Center
Bayside Community Hospital
Study finds women receive less bystander CPR than men
In Anaheim California a large study of nearly 20 000 cases shows only 39 percent of women in public places received CPR versus 45 percent of men and male patients were 23 percent more likely to survive. Audrey Brewer of the University of Pennsylvania notes reluctance to push on a woman's chest may deter bystanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anaheim
Calif
Audrey Brewer
University of Pennsylvania
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rod Evans
DR. Fida
Lobo Minerals
Lic PO Box PO
Ork
Noasdc
Rebs
Immit Peat
Canada
Roa Els Fi
Sty
Gural
Corer Cuero
Vises Sud
Guero
The
Baytown Sun
Baytown
Lrh
Baytownsun.com