Winter pressures: cold weather messagesTopic: Cold weather
Date Aimed at Content MediaOngoing General Cold weather triggers asthma symptoms. Make sure
you have your reliever inhaler on you throughout winter https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/asthma/living-with/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Please take extra care during cold weather if you have asthma or COPD – be like Steve & always carry your inhaler #HelpUsHelpYou
Keep curtains closed to stop draughts at night https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-warm-keep-well/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Two layers are better than one. Keep warm and layer up this winter https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-warm-keep-well/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Got cold feet? Keep warm in bed with a hot water bottle or electric blanket https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-warm-keep-well/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Try to keep your home at least 18C https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-warm-keep-well/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Your home needs looking after too during cold weather https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/barometer/advice/your-home-in-winter
Find out about the best ways to stay well this winter: https://www.nhs.uk/staywell/ #HelpUsHelpYou
Topic: Helping older people
Date Aimed at Content MediaOngoing General Popping round for a cup of tea could really help an
isolated older person. Look after yourself and each other and #HelpUsHelpYou
Check up on your older neighbour or relative. Winter can be an isolating time for some people. Why not pop in for a cuppa or ask if they need anything from the shops? #HelpUsHelpYou
Some of our relatives & neighbours may struggle to get out when the weather is wintery. Please be like Dave - #BeAWinterHero https://bit.ly/2ToVrjb
Topic: Being prepared when going out in the cold – Weather specific
Date Aimed at Content Media1 October – 31 March
General Please take extra if you’re going out and only travel if it’s absolutely necessary - for travel updates please follow @WYP_RPU for weather updates @metoffice and to check school closures @LeedsCC_News #Snow
Visit @TheRAC_UK website for winter driving advice https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/winter-driving/ please take extra care, give yourself plenty of time before you set off and keep your distance from the car in front #WinterDriving #WinterReady
We have some weather warnings for snow - remember to wrap up warm when going out and wear sensible footwear. If you have older neighbours check they have enough food and medication, so they don’t have to go out in the cold / go without it https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-
warm-keep-well/ #WinterReady
It’s a little icy outside, so if you’re heading out please remember to wear sensible footwear to avoid slips and trips, and remember to wrap up warm as its feeling rather chilly #WinterReady #HelpUsHelpYou
Brrr it’s feeling rather cold outside… if you’re going out pls wrap up warm and wear sensible shoes. Also check in on your older neighbours to make sure they’re OK #HelpUsHelpYou
If you’re planning on cycling this winter, here are some helpful tips from @cyclingweekly to help you prepare https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/latest-news/winter-cycling-survival-guide-10-tips-to-keep-you-riding-195700
