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As we head into the depths of winter, we must care for ourselves even more. According to Age UK, our immune systems can weaken as we age, making fighting illnesses more difficult.
Common winter illnesses such as chest infections, flu, and norovirus can lead to more complicated conditions such as pneumonia, increased blood pressure, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions.
Unfortunately, the spread of illnesses over winter can increase hospital admissions. A key finding in the Journal of Public Health found that ‘Hospital admission rates in colder winters compared to warmer winters were significantly raised with effects of 2–5%’.
Furthermore, according to an NHS Long Term Plan Report, the NHS faces ‘winter demand spikes’ and ‘winter pressures’.
The good news is that there are many things you can do to strengthen your immune system and prevent hospital admissions. In this article, we will give you some advice on how to avoid hospitals this winter, including tips to strengthen your immune system and how personal alarms can get you the help you need should you feel unwell.
According to Age UK, there are several things you can do to strengthen your immune system. Some include:
In addition to strengthening your immune system, personal alarms can help prevent hospital admissions. Personal care alarms such as a lifeline & pendant package, a fall detector or a mobile watch can help you receive early treatment if you feel unwell.
Personal alarm systems can help to prevent hospital admissions by providing:
Early detection
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