Morning Medical with Dr. Chow
A daily update covering the latest medical & health news from around the world using artificial intelligence. Doctor Chi-Ming Chow is a family physician, general internist, and cardiologist. He is also a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto.
Holiday Substance Use, Opioid Contamination, and Hangover Management
In this episode, Dr. Chi-Ming Chow begins by providing an overview of substance use during the holiday season, highlighting the potential risks and offering guidance for safe practices. He delves into the issue of opioid contamination, discussing its public health implications and sharing recommendations to mitigate these risks. Dr. Chow also touches on high-profile celebrity health diagnoses in 2025, reflecting on their impact on public awareness and health behaviors. The episode includes a segment on understanding and managing hangover symptoms, offering practical advice for recovery. The episode concludes with Dr. Chow extending New Year wishes to listeners.
Key Points
- Toronto has seen a 35 percent increase in overdose calls during the holiday season, with paramedics responding to 122 suspected opioid overdoses in just eight days.
- The province's reduction of supervised consumption sites has exacerbated the overdose crisis, highlighting the need for harm reduction services.
- To alleviate hangover symptoms, it's essential to stay hydrated, restore electrolytes, and get plenty of rest, though the best prevention is drinking in moderation or abstaining from alcohol.
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