ALT Child with medium brown skin with a red, swollen tongue covered in little bumps (called "strawberry tongue").

ALT Child with white skin with a rash on their face. The rash appears red and pink.

ALT Child with light brown skin with a rash on their chest. The rash appears as raised bumps.

ALT Child with white skin with a rash on their arms, neck and chest. The rash appears red and pink.

ALT Kate Kubacki shaking hands with Aaron Phipps and receiving her Pennine Care People Award

ALT Keep warm and well. Coping with cold weather and the cost of living. Check that your heating is working and try to heat your home to at least 18°C. Ensure you have adequate food, medication, warm clothes and non-slip shoes. For support with the cost of living, visit the BCC website or call 0121 303 1116. Stay as active as you can, any exercise can bring health benefits. Make sure you get your flu and COVID vaccines. Keep windows closed at night and avoid cold and icy outdoor conditions if you are at risk of illness or falls. Get help if you need it. Speak to your carer, key worker, pharmacist or GP. Keep in touch with friends, family and your community. Look out for others and ask how they’re keeping warm when it’s cold. Plan ahead and stay up-to-date with your local weather forecast. For free advice on energy efficiency, grants and bills, call Simple Energy Advice on 0800 444 202. If worried about your health and need help, visit 111.nhs.uk, or call 999 in an emergency.