
THURSDAY, Dec. 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- As 2020 comes to a close, many people plan to ring in the new year with a bit of bubbly.But that can lead to calamity when not done safely, warns the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), which offers tips for keeping a Champagne toast from going wrong.A warm bottle of Champagne paired with poor technique for opening it can send a cork flying up to 50 miles per hour, threatening serious injuries."Champagne cork injuries really do happen, and they have real consequences," said Dr. Dianna Seldomridge, a clinical spokesperson for the AAO. "For this holiday season, our advice is twofold. As COVID-19 cases and deaths continue to be at an all-time high, keep your holiday celebrations smaller, limited to immediate household members. And make sure...