Description: A busy day, a big meal and maybe an eggnog or two. It sounds like a recipe for a festive holiday season, but experts say to celebrate with caution.

A report from the Associated Press says December and January are the deadliest months for heart disease.

"People are off work doctors offices are closed and many family and friends are in town visiting so we definitely see our volume increase over the holidays."
Dr. Debra Williams says patients come to Gulf Coast Medical Center for a variety of reasons.

"Typical medical illnesses we're moving into pneumonia season. People eat a little too much party a little too much."

One of the biggest reasons people go to the hospital is because of heart disease.

Busy revelers tend to skip their medications, forget them when traveling, or are unable to get refills far from home.

You may also want to watch those salty snacks.

Too much salt causes fluid retention and makes your heart have to pump faster.

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