Winter Resilience - Staying Well This Winter
Know where to turn to this winter
A&E departments are for people who are seriously ill or have life-threatening conditions. They will be very busy this winter.
If it’s a life-threatening emergency, call 999 immediately.
If it’s not, there are many other NHS services that can help you.
NHS 111 can guide you to the right service and there are also some suggestions below.
Do you know about Pharmacy First?
Cold weather can make minor illnesses harder to manage if you live with a health condition. Your local pharmacist can give fast advice and, in many cases, supply medicines directly without the need for a GP appointment.
You can find out more about Pharmacy First here alongside a list of participating pharmacies in Enfield.
Evening and weekend GP appointments
If you find it hard to see your GP during the day, local GP practices also offer evening and weekend appointments at extended access hubs.
You can find out more about out of hours GP appointments here.
Urgent treatment and walk-in centres
For urgent but non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries – like sprains, minor burns or cuts – visit an urgent treatment centre.
You can find a list of local centre here.
Please see the article below for more details:
Out of Hours GP Services in Enfield
Warm spaces
There are places you can go to keep warm during winter. These venues provide a welcoming warm space for anyone who wants to drop in, have a cup of tea, keep warm and have a friendly chat.
If you are struggling with having the heating on at home and the cost-of-living crisis is worrying you, why not come along to a friendly welcoming place.
They are held at various venues like churches, pubs, cafes, community centres, village halls, libraries etc. To find your nearest warm space visit here.
Book your free flu vaccine now and protect yourself this winter
Winter can be tough on your health and can increase some people’s chances of becoming unwell from flu.
If you are pregnant or living with a long-term condition, it is particularly important to get your free flu vaccination.
Living with a long-term condition, like heart, liver or kidney disease, or a weakened immune system, means you’re at greater risk of developing more serious illnesses from flu, such as bronchitis and pneumonia. It can also make existing conditions worse.
The flu vaccine is safe, effective and free for you. It helps prevent serious illness and keeps you well and out of hospital this winter.
You can find out about your eligibility here.
You can book your vaccination here:
Further information
For further information please see the link below
