HEALTH Chiefs in Warrington are urging older people too keep warm with
temperatures expected to plummet over the New Year period.
NHS Warrington has issued the following advice to help older people to stay warm:
*Keep your house warm – the temperature in the rooms you are using should be 21 degrees centigrade
*Eat properly – at least one hot meal a day and have regular hot drinks or soup
*Dress warmly – wear several light layers and thermal underwear
*Stay warm in bed – if you feel cold in bed use a hot water bottle, or microwave ‘beanie’ or an electric blanket but never together and make sure the electric blanket is safe.
*Stay well – make sure you have your flu vaccine, it’s not too late, contact your GP surgery now
*Warm Front Grants – you may be entitled to a grant to upgrade your heating system or insulation, contact Warm Front on 0800 316 2805
*Energy saving tips – contact Eco Hut on 01925 657763 or visit their stall on Warrington Market, Stall number 201-204
NHS Warrington are giving away free thermometers and you can request one by telephone 01925 843725 or email [email protected]
