122625 ~ What to Know About Holiday Heart Syndrome - Dr. James Grant

December 26, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Dr. James Grant, Executive VP and Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan! Dr. Grant discusses Holiday Heart Syndrome, a condition where excessive alcohol consumption during the holidays leads to atrial fibrillation (AFib), a rapid or irregular heartbeat. Symptoms include palpitations, shortness of breath, and chest discomfort. To avoid this, he recommends moderating alcohol intake, staying hydrated, limiting salt, and maintaining physical activity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.