It's important to look after yourself, especially during the winter. If you start to feel unwell, even if it's a cough or a cold, don't wait until it gets more serious. Seek advice from your pharmacist.
There is a directory of services for the public over winder. This provides information about the range of services available to help you stay healthy and well in your community during the winter months. It includes resources to support your physical and mental well-being, ensuring you have access to the assistance you need when it matters most.
Information on dealing with cold weather can be found on the NHS: Seasonal vaccinations and winter health page.
The City of York Council Winter Health page also provides a range of useful tips and navigation to health videos on various winter related treatments.
The Healthwatch York's Winter newsletter, focuses on winter health issues and shares advice and resources to help individuals stay well.
For information specifically for older people there is the Age UK - Keep Well At Winter page. Age UK, with the NHS and government have also produced this leaflet: Top tips for keeping warm and well this winter.
And this government poster has advice on how to: plan ahead; keep yourself warm; prepare your home and look after yourself and others.
You may be able to claim financial and practical help with heating your home. Grants available include the Winter Fuel Payment and the Cold Weather Payment.
