For further information on self-care and where to access services click here.
The NHS is entering its busiest time of the year, winter. This is when people, more than ever, need A&E. We know that if temperatures fall below 12 degrees celsius this increases the risk of respiratory problems and the number of people who have heart attacks and strokes goes up. Bad weather can affect pavements and we see more breaks and fractures. Hazardous driving conditions can result in more road traffic accidents. These are situations where people will really need A&E. So we need the public to help us keep NHS services free to treat emergency cases. We need people to choose NHS services well.
The most common winter complaints include:
- Coughs and colds
- Sore throats
- Flu
- Norovirus
- General aches and pains
Pharmacy Christmas Day Rota 2013
Stockport People – Dec 2013 v6
Advice Leaflet - Winter Health Advice Leaflet
Prescriptions – A4 Repeat Prescriptions Poster
Prevention is better than cure!
- Good respiratory and hand hygiene prevents the spread of germs
- Clean hard surfaces
- Restrict visits to vulnerable friends, neighbours and relatives until you have been symptom free for at least three days
- Have the flu jab if you are a carer or in an at risk groups
For other advice and support visit www.nhs.uk/servicedirectories
Are you a carer? Visit www.rallyroundme.com
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