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Extra.ie
30-04-2025
- Extra.ie
Gen Z men call time on the wild and boozy 'lads holiday'
It could be welcome news for chaps who prefer their breaks calm and relaxing rather than boozy and raucous. The 'lads holiday' – involving drinking to excess in an all-male group before returning home to find yourself in trouble with your partner – seems to be heading into the sunset. In a survey, 65% of younger men declared that such boozy breaks are outdated, and 69% said the prospect of going on one filled them with fear. Pic: Getty Images Some 53% admitted routinely making up excuses to get out of going, and as many as 81% feel pressured to act macho, while 66% struggle to keep up with the excessive partying. Feeling forced to drink more than usual, spending cash you don't have and knowing your partner hates you being away all add to the apprehension. In fact, 47% confess they would much rather go for a nice meal with their friends, attend a gig (33%) or simply go on a walking trip (24%). The survey of 2,000 Generation Z and Millennial men, commissioned by tour operator First Choice, suggests it takes an average of three days on an all-male holiday before it all becomes too much. Pic: Mariia Siurtukova / Getty Images One in six (15%) respondents said that a boys' break always ends up in chaos, while 14% would rather spend their money on a more relaxing type of trip. According to the study, it takes up to five days to physically recover from excessive drinking and six days to recover mentally. As a result, more than half (57%) admit they struggle with 'hang-xiety' – typically feelings of anxiety or panic after drinking, which can include racing thoughts and a regret about what happened while under the influence – after a boy's break. Pic: Shutterstock Other things which routinely happen on male-only trips include missed flights (24%), regrettable tattoos (20%), lost passports (16%), and even crying (14%). As a result, 65% say they have thought they are too old for these holidays, while 70% think the traditional 'lads' holiday' is now a thing of the past. Kevin Nelson of First Choice said: 'No one should feel pressured into being someone they're not on holiday or living up to outdated norms at the expense of their mental health. 'A lads' trip should be about fun, friendship, bonding and making memories. It's time to call for 'better boys' trips' – holidays that are about choice, authenticity, and having fun on your own terms.'
Scotsman
29-04-2025
- Scotsman
The 'Manflew' epidemic? First Choice and Calm team up to tackle hidden holiday crisis
Lads' holidays often begin with good intentions, but they don't always bring the fun and bonding they're meant to - sometimes, they end up adding pressure and stress instead. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... New research from travel company First Choice has confirmed this, revealing that 69% of men aged 18-35 secretly dread going away with the boys, with over half (53%) making excuses to dodge the trip. The reality? 81% feel pressured to act more macho, while 66% struggle to keep up with the excessive partying and 'go hard or go home' mentality (39%). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As a result, more than half (57 percent) admit they struggle with 'hangxiety' - typically feelings of anxiety or panic after drinking, which can include racing thoughts, and a regret about what happened while under the influence - after a boy's break. First Choice is partnering with indie fashion brand Everpress to reimagine the classic holiday 'shit shirt' in a limited-edition drop of 'Lads Holiday' tees - with all proceeds going to CALM, helping to prevent suicide and support mental wellbeing. First Choice and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) have teamed up to tackle the so-called 'Manflew Epidemic' - a new term recognising the anxiety that traditional lads' holiday stereotypes can bring. To combat the 'Manflew Epidemic', the two companies are campaigning for 'Better Boys Trips', challenging the limiting stereotype of lads' holidays and encouraging men to open up conversations about the type of trips they actually want to go on. This initiative isn't about cancelling lads' trips but giving men more choice - empowering them to curate holidays that suit them, free from peer pressure and expectations. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We want everyone to pick the trips they really want' said Kevin Nelson, Managing Director of First Choice. 'No one should feel pressured into being someone they're not on holiday, or living up to outdated norms at the expense of their mental health. A lads' trip should be about fun, friendship, bonding, and making memories. First Choice is partnering with indie fashion brand Everpress to reimagine the classic holiday 'shit shirt' in a limited-edition drop of 'Lads Holiday' tees - with all proceeds going to CALM, helping to prevent suicide and support mental wellbeing. 'It's time to call for 'better boys trips' - holidays that are about choice, authenticity, and having fun on your own terms.' Simon Gunning, CEO of CALM, commented: 'Sometimes it can feel like you have to fit a certain mould on a lads' holiday - to be louder, wilder, or act in ways that don't quite feel like you. But the truth is, there's no one way to spend time with your mates. At CALM, we're all about encouraging open conversations and helping people feel more comfortable being themselves. That's why we're proud to support Better Boys Trips with First Choice - it's a reminder that holidays should be about connection, not pressure.' To redefine the lads' holiday, First Choice has curated a series of alternative Better Boys trips, that put a new spin on traditional 'laddy' destinations with classy hotels and more diverse experiences. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad As part of the movement, First Choice is partnering with indie fashion brand Everpress to reimagine the classic holiday 'shit shirt' in a limited-edition drop of 'Lads Holiday' tees - with all proceeds going to CALM, helping to prevent suicide and support mental wellbeing. The collection is available now, exclusively on Everpress. Get yours here to help support CALM, and redefine the lads' trip: Need help? Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) hosts a life-saving suicide prevention helpline and provides vital online mental health resources for anyone who needs them. Visit
Associated Press
25-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
RF Health Acquires HeelP.O.D. Pressure Offloading Device, Expanding Leadership in Pressure Injury Prevention
Recovery Force Health (RF Health), a provider of data-driven med-tech devices and healthcare solutions that revolutionize the process of early mobilization, blood clot (DVT) prevention, and pressure injury prevention, today announced the acquisition of HeelP.O.D. by NelDerm. This strategic product acquisition solidifies RF Health's commitment to providing innovative prevention solutions addressing the top two leading causes of hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs). Pressure injuries are one of the most prevalent and costly hospital-acquired conditions in the U.S. Sacral pressure injuries are the leading cause of hospital-acquired pressure injuries, with heel ulcers ranking as the second leading cause. Over 2.5 million patients in the U.S. suffer from pressure injuries annually, resulting in significant pain, increased infection risks, a higher workload for hospital staff, and increased healthcare costs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recognized this growing problem and introduced the 'Hospital Harm - Pressure Injury' electronic Clinical Quality Measure (eCQM) measure for the 2025 Inpatient Quality Reporting program. This measure will require hospitals to report new Stage 2 pressure injuries starting in 2028, making it voluntary in 2025, directly impacting reimbursement rates. With pressure injuries costing the U.S. healthcare system nearly an estimated $12 billion annually, hospitals urgently need effective offloading solutions to improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. HeelP.O.D. is a unique pressure offloading device that ensures full heel access and visualization, allowing continuous use during wound debridement, dressing changes, and skin assessments. It effectively offloads or 'floats' the foot while streamlining application and removal, saving valuable time in patient care. With the addition of HeelP.O.D. to the RF Health innovative Pressure Injury Prevention (PIP) portfolio, the company now offers a comprehensive approach to address the leading causes of hospital-acquired pressure injuries—sacral pressure injuries and heel ulcers. HeelP.O.D. complements RF Health's ELEVATE Patient Positioners, designed to effectively offload the sacrum. With a focus on proprietary immersion and envelopment technologies in both products, these devices contour to the body shape and remain securely in place, improving patient comfort and compliance. 'The addition of HeelP.O.D. reinforces our commitment to reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries,' said RF Health President and CEO Jason Bobay. 'We take pride in our execution of gaining adherence to critically important therapies. The HeelP.O.D. acquisition fits in perfectly with our strategy due to its simplicity for both the patient and the caregiver.' 'The synergies between HeelP.O.D. and the ELEVATE Patient Positioner will change the standard of care for pressure injury prevention,' said NelDerm Founder and CEO Kevin Nelson. 'I look forward to working with the RF Health team and contributing to the future success of the company.' Visit RF Health at booth #1312 at AONL from March 30 to April 2 in Boston, MA, to learn more about the Movement and Compressions (MAC) System, ELEVATE Patient Positioners, and HeelP.O.D. products. About RF Health Recovery Force Health (RF Health) is the premier provider of data-driven med-tech devices and healthcare solutions that revolutionize the process of early mobilization, blood clot (DVT) prevention, pressure injury prevention, and post-operative care. Our mission is to help solve fundamental, day-to-day patient and healthcare team member challenges with evidence-based solutions. RF Health is at the forefront of preventative healthcare, leveraging medical device technology to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce hospital-acquired conditions, including hospital-acquired immobility and hospital-acquired pressure injury. The company's data-driven prevention approach ensures that RF Health devices enhance patient outcomes and provide measurable benefits. RF Health customers include hospitals and healthcare teams focused on enhancing the quality of care and driving change. To learn more please visit (401) 490-9700 SOURCE: Recovery Force Health Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 03/25/2025 10:01 AM/DISC: 03/25/2025 10:01 AM
