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 our 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

This is how we navigate the season day-to-day.

• Keep Warm: Wear layers and aim to keep your home at a comfortable temperature.
• Fuel Your Body: Eat well with regular hot meals and hot drinks.
• Movement & Mind: Keep moving with gentle exercise. Try to get outside in natural daylight when you can. It makes a huge difference to your mental health.
• Minor Illness: If you get a cough or cold, remember your local pharmacy is your first port of call for advice.

Part 3: Strengthen Our Community

Winter can be an isolating time. The most powerful thing we can do is look out for each other.

Check in on your neighbours, especially if they are older, live alone, or have a long-term health condition.
A simple phone call or offer to pick up shopping makes an enormous difference. That sense of connection is good for everyone's wellbeing.

What Happens Next?

If you are eligible for your winter vaccines and haven't had them yet, please contact us.

Book Your Winter Vaccinations

Further Information

For more advice on things you can do to help yourself stay well in winter, please visit the NHS website.

Stay Well in Winter

Last reviewed: 28 April 2026
Next review due: 28 April 2029