Seasonal Ailments

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Treatment and prevention of seasonal ailments.

The changing seasons bring their own special health problems and these can lead to immediate health issues that resolve in the short term - or can lead to chronic illness and disease.

Winter weather creates special problems for older people whilst unprotected exposure to sunlight is a major risk factor in skin cancers, for example.

For further information and guidance on seasonal health, you can visit nhs.uk website.

WINTER

Here are some tips on a few common winter health issues

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Cold Weather

Cold weather can make some health problems worse and even lead to serious complications, especially if you are 65 or older - or if you have a long-term health problem.

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Common Cold

You can often treat a common cold without seeing a GP. You should begin to feel better in about a week or two. Click below for more information on symptoms and treatments.

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Infection Control

Germs and viruses can be spread from person to person or by touching unclean equipment or surfaces. Learn how to stop the spread of cold influenza and covid-19.

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Flu Vaccine

Flu vaccination is available every year on the NHS to help protect adults and children at risk from flu and its complications. Watch out for government guidance on eligibility.

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Weight Gain

Avoid winter weight gain by downloading the NHS weight loss guide - a free twelve-week diet & exercise plan. It's available as an app on the App Store and Google Play - and pdf.

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Antibiotics

Antibiotics are used to treat or prevent some types of bacterial infection. They work by killing bacteria or preventing them from spreading, but they do not work for everything.

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