Winter Wellbeing Posted or Updated on 29 Sep 2025

Winter conditions can be bad for our health, aggravating any existing health problems, increasing the risk of a fall, and making us more vulnerable to respiratory winter illnesses. People aged 65 or older, and people with long-term conditions such as heart or kidney disease, COPD (including emphysema and chronic bronchitis), asthma or diabetes are at higher risk. Being cold can also cause your blood pressure to rise, potentially increasing the risk of strokes and heart attacks. But there are lots of things you can do to stay well this winter.

For a full list of the support available please visit the North Arden Primary Care Network website.