When the temperature drops to below 8C, some people are at increased risk of:

• heart attack
• stroke
• flu
• pneumonia
• falls and injuries
• hypothermia

Cold weather can also affect people with mental health conditions, such as depression and dementia.

Who's most at risk?

Very cold weather can affect anyone, but you are most vulnerable if:

• you're 65 or older
• you're on a low income (so can't afford heating)
• you have a long-term health condition, such as heart, lung or kidney disease
• you're disabled
• you're pregnant
• you have young children (newborn to school age)
• you have a mental health condition

For more information on staying warm, visit https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/keep-warm-keep-well/