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Information and Handy Hints

July 20th, 2020

20/7/2020

 
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Prevent winter illness
 
The elderly and disabled are at a higher risk of complications from winter illness, such as:

  • dehydration
  • poor nutrition
  • pressure injuries 
  • deep vein thrombosis
  • chest infections

​When we’re caring for people it is important to look after ourselves and those we are caring for.  Here are some tips on preventing winter illnesses:
 
1.    Get a flu vaccination. 
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2.    Keep hygiene up by

  • regular hand washing with soap for 20 seconds 
  • cough and sneeze into a tissue then throw out orinto your elbow.
  • wash cups & cutlery well,  and surfaces regularly, especially phones and keyboards

3.   Exercise – 30- 60 minutes at least three times a week.  
      Guidelines on when to and when not to exercise.

4.   Eat a healthy diet – have three meals a day that includes dairy, fruit, vegetables, protein, and
     cereals. 

5.   Drink plenty of fluids – eight cups plus a day.

6.   Get fresh air though your house regularly - open curtains during daylight hours and windows for
     a short period during the day.  

​7.   Keep your house dry and warm - heat your home to at least 18 °C. Avoid using gas heaters and  
       drying your washing inside.  

8.   Ensure your vitamin D levels are good - get outside in the sun for up to 15 minutes a day, eat
      vitamin rich foods or discuss supplements with your Doctor. 

9.   Get 8 -10 hours regular sleep - the body does most of its healing and maintenance while we
      sleep.   

10.  Keep up your social life. Spending time with family and friends is good for your health.  

11.  If you do get sick - stay at home and seek medical attention if required.
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If anyone gets sick

While there’s not much you can do to reverse a cold or flu there is evidence you can shorten the duration and severity by:
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  • resting – it is often hard to know whether you should exercise or not.  Here is some good advice. 
  • eating more vitamin C-rich fruit and vegetables -  good choices are broccoli, kiwi fruit and oranges
  • drinking plenty of fluid – 8 cups plus a day. Try warm fluids such as herbal teas, lemon and honey drinks and soups.
  • enjoying homemade chicken soup - research has shown that chicken soup, sometimes called ‘Jewish Penicillin’ can helps relieve cold symptoms

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