Have you or a loved one ever fallen ill over a holiday weekend? If so, you know precisely how many obstacles and barriers to getting care there can be. That’s holiday health hell and it is something you don’t ever have to experience again, now that you are an Amaze member. 

The fact is we are actually more likely to have an accident or get sick during the holidays.  The holidays offer a perfect storm of illness and accident-inducing factors just when you need them least!  Keep in mind the items on this list and be amazed that any of us get through the holidays healthy and in one piece. 

• Stress: Holidays equal stress.  That’s all there is to it. Family gatherings, holiday pressures and a huge to-do list can lead to elevated stress levels. Of course, stress weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to illness. 
   

• Changes in Routine: The holiday season often disrupts regular routines. This can lead to sleep disturbances, dietary changes, and altered exercise patterns, all of which… well, you know. 
   

• Overindulgence: Holiday celebrations often involve excessive consumption of rich, high-calorie foods and alcohol. It’s almost impossible to resist that last Christmas cookie or glass of egg nogg.  They’re part of the fun, but they also lead to digestive problems, and alcohol-related accidents and injuries. 
   

• Cold Weather: In many parts of the world, the holiday season coincides with colder weather, which coincides with flu season. It’s cold and we’re inside in large gatherings. The risks of COVID, flu, RSV and the common cold virus skyrocket during this period. 
   

• Travel: Many people travel during the holidays, and the proximity of travelers in crowded airports and public transportation can spread infectious diseases like crazy. 
   

• Holiday Decorations: Decorating homes and businesses with holiday lights and ornaments can lead to accidents, such as falls from ladders or electrical injuries. 
   

• Increased Road Traffic: The holiday season often sees a surge in road traffic as people travel to visit friends and family. This means more car accidents. 
   

• Fire Hazards: Holiday decorations, candles, and Christmas trees can pose fire hazards if not handled and maintained properly, potentially leading to injuries. 

Now that we understand how easy it is to get sick or injured during the holidays, let’s remember how difficult it can often be to get care during the holidays. Providers are closed, urgent care hours are limited, and leaving friends and family behind during the festivities in order to go to a brick-and-mortar facility can be disruptive and disappointing at best. With Amaze Health, all that can be avoided.  

We’ve got you covered! 

Amaze Health provides concierge level medical, mental health, navigation, and advocacy services, 24/7/365. Even on holidays! Through your Amaze app or by logging into Amaze on a browser, you or your loved one can be face-to-face with an experienced medical provider who can diagnose, treat, prescribe, order, and refer within minutes. No appointments, no waiting, no forms, and your insurance will never be billed, nor will you be asked for payment. 

A holiday miracle available all year round. 

So consider this a gentle reminder that we’re here for you, always.  If you haven’t yet set-up your Amaze account, consider doing it now so you’re ready when you need us.   

And remember, whether your toddler is tossing her turkey, you got a burn from the wax on the menorah, or you’re looking for re-hydration recommendations on New Year’s morning, you can call Amaze.  

Meanwhile, we wish you the Happiest Holidays and a spectacular New Year!