Winter Ailments and Cold Weather

PRESSURES ON THE HEALTH SERVICE ARE HIGHER THAN NORMAL DURING WINTER M0NTHS.

Help take care of yourself and your family at home by having a supply of basic medications at home to treat minor conditions such as coughs, colds, sore throats, minor sprains and bruising.

Your local pharmacist can usually help you with most minor ailments, reducing the need for a GP appointment.

Keep an eye on any vulnerable neighbours.

Tips for keeping warm can be found at the link:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keep-warm-keep-well-leaflet-gives-advice-on-staying-healthy-in-cold-weather/top-tips-for-keeping-warm-and-well-this-winter#:~:text=well%2Dthis%2Dwinter-,Keep%20warm,bedroom%20windows%20closed%20at%20night.