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Winter Wellness: A Simple 3-Part Plan
Key Information
As the days get shorter and colder, we recommend a simple plan to stay well.
Instead of a long list of things to remember, focus on three key areas: Defences, Routine, and Community.
Part 1: Prepare Your Defences
This is what we do now, before the cold really sets in.
1. Vaccination (The Most Effective Defence)
- Make sure you are protected against the viruses that thrive in winter.
- Flu Jab: For eligible patients.
- COVID-19 Booster: For those eligible this autumn.
- RSV Vaccine: Now available for older patients and pregnant people.
2. Home Preparation
- Check your heating is working correctly.
- Ensure you have warm clothes and blankets ready.
Part 2: Your Daily Winter Routine
- Keep Warm: Wear layers and keep your home at a comfortable temperature.
- Fuel Your Body: Eat regular hot meals and drinks.
- Movement & Mind: Keep active with gentle exercise and try to get outside in natural daylight.
- Minor Illness: Your local pharmacy is your first port of call for coughs and colds.
Part 3: Strengthen Our Community
Winter can be an isolating time. Looking out for each other makes a real difference.
- Check in on neighbours, especially those who are older, live alone, or have long-term conditions.
- A simple phone call or helping with shopping can make a big difference.
What Happens Next?
If you are eligible for your winter vaccines and haven’t had them yet, please get in touch.
Further Information
For more advice on staying well in winter, please visit the NHS website.
Last reviewed: 01 January 2026
Next review due: 01 January 2029
Providing NHS Services
Telephone: 01727 853107