#Weatherhacks to help you this winter
Met Office campaign offers simple steps to help beat the chill
Flooding can cause a range of health problems. There may be direct effects such as physical injury, or an increased risk of developing skin or gut infections through contact with contaminated food water. Longer-term effects can include mental health problems and chest problems due to exposure to mould and damp.
In England, most of the health burden linked to flooding comes from effects on people’s mental health and wellbeing.
Follow this link to read more, including:
How to safely clean your home
Mental health impacts
How you can help others
Local health services
Met Office campaign offers simple steps to help beat the chill
Important numbers of groups there to help YOU
Everything you need to know about keeping warm, safe and well this winter
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