News
November 2006
Keep warm, keep well
There are a number of things you can do to keep yourself and your home warmer in winter.
Dress appropriately
- Wear thin layers of clothes rather than one thick layer
- Choose clothes made with wool, cotton, or fleecy synthetic materials
Stay active
- Don’t stay sitting still for long periods
- Spread chores through day and alternate between rest and activity
- Exercise without taking risks in wet or icy weather
- Get a flu jab
Eat well
- Eat at least one hot meal a day
- Sip hot drinks regularly throughout day and before bedtime
- Keep a flask of hot drink by your bed should you wake up feeling cold
Prepare your home
- Stock up on provisions in case it is too cold to go to the shops
- Seal gaps around windows and doors
- Insulate the loft to reduce heat loss
- Check your heating system is working and serviced once a year
- If you are using an electric blanket make sure you have it checked by a safety expert at least every three years
For more advice on keeping warm and well this winter have a look at the Department of Health guide Keep warm, keep well
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