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Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is identified as a new "social contagion" trending among young women on TikTok. The condition involves a rapid heart rate increase upon standing, and users are sharing "early warning signs" such as exhaustion and exercise intolerance. The hosts compare this to previous digital health trends and critique the "bird hands" gesturing common in these videos.
POTS Syndrome Increase, Nurse Boots on the Ground Report
A "boots on the ground" report from a nurse named Leif highlights a significant increase in Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) among young female healthcare workers. The report claims the incidence rate has risen from 0.2% to nearly 10% in certain demographics. The hosts sarcastically attribute the rise to "climate change" while hinting at other societal changes.
