The first big snowstorms of the winter have hit the UK, and the Met Office promises worse to come. Older people are especially vulnerable in this weather: icy pavements can lead to falls and broken hips. Arctic winds and plummeting temperatures can cause frostbite, and cold weather combined with lack of proper heating can exacerbate health conditions.
To help, the government has published a booklet titled 'Keep Warm, Keep Well', full of tips to keep healthy and safe during cold weather. Tips include:
- Have regular hot drinks and at least one hot meal a day - if possible, eating regularly helps to keep energy levels up during winter
- Wear several light layers of warm clothes
- Keep as active as possible
- Remember to wrap up warm if you need to go outside on cold days
You can learn more from their website by clicking here.
photo by bron from www. sxc.hu.
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