Happy New Year - stay safe over this cold season
- T4H
- Jan 2
- 2 min read
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From the NHS:
Dear all,
The cold health alert has changed from yellow to amber. This is in effect from 8PM on 31/12/2025 until 10AM on 06/01/2026 across London.Forecast weather is likely to cause significant impacts across health and social care services.
You can see all the weather health alerts currently in place across England on the UKHSA data dashboard.
Please continue share messages with your local communities and networks to keep them safe and well. You can also reshare our social media posts here: X, Facebook and Instagram
With the drop in temperature, here are a few simple steps for people to keep themselves and their loved ones safe and well.
Check on family, friends and neighbours who may be at higher risk of becoming unwell, and if you are at higher risk, ask them to do the same for you.
Check the weather forecast and the news.
Make sure you have sufficient food and medicine.
Take simple measures to reduce draughts at home.
Heat rooms you spend most time in, to 18C minimum if you can.
Keep bedroom windows closed.
Wear multiple layers of thinner clothing
Cold weather makes us all more vulnerable to a range of winter illnesses such as flu, coughs, and colds. If you’re eligible, get vaccinated against flu and Covid-19. Find out more here: Winter vaccinations and winter health - NHS
Get help if needed. Call NHS 111 or in an emergency 999.
The Weather-Health Alerting System aims to provide an early warning when temperatures are likely to impact on the health and wellbeing of the population.
Exposure to cold indoor or outdoor temperatures increases blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart problems, kidney disease, stroke or dementia.
Cold temperatures can also make blood more likely to clot, which can lead to heart attacks and stroke.
Read more on how to keep warm and well during winter.
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In this cold weather, don’t forget to look out for anyone close to you who might struggle with the drop in temperature.
Find out how to stay safe and well in wintery weather: Staying safe and well in cold weather - NHS South West London Integrated Care Board | |
Caring for a vulnerable or older person this winter? Here are some tips to help them stay safe and well through the colder months: Staying safe and well in cold weather - NHS South West London Integrated Care Board | |
During winter, the cold and damp weather, ice and snow can all make existing health problems worse. Follow our steps to stay well and be #WeatherReady. Learn more: Staying safe and well in cold weather - NHS South West London Integrated Care Board |
Charlotte Jones (she/her)
Community Engagement Officer
T: 0204 526 2858 | E: charlotte.jones@swlondon.nhs.uk
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