It's the season for holiday cheer for many but the final weeks of the year can also be a risky time for people with cardiovascular disease. Studies have shown the holiday season is associated with a rise in heart attacks, even cardiovascular-related deaths. In one study cited by the American Heart Association, cardiac deaths go up significantly between Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Read more: https://www.king5.com/article/news/health/heart-health-dangers-festive-season-healthlink/281-e6e78336-6c08-4f86-a687-ab8f7c643c6c