Having a healthy immune system is essential during the winter months, as it is our body’s first line of defense against seasonal sicknesses. Not only is this beneficial for our own health and the health of our families, but it can also help to protect the health of our wider community. Eating a balanced and nutritious diet, getting adequate sleep, and exercising regularly are some of the best ways to ensure a healthy immune system. Additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding contact with those who are ill. Taking measures to support our immune system during the cold winter months can help us to stay healthy and keep our community safe.
Manatu Hauora (Ministry of Health) recommends the below tips to keep ourselves and our whanau healthy this winter.
1. Keep up healthy habits
2. Get winter-ready
3. Stay at home if you’re unwell
The symptoms of flu can be the same as, or similar to, the symptoms of COVID-19. Both are highly contagious so if you feel sick, stay home and take a COVID-19 test.
4. Get vaccinated
Vaccination is one of the most important ways we can protect ourselves, our whānau and our communities from many infectious diseases.
5. Look after your mental wellbeing
The change of seasons can also be hard on our mental health. As we head into winter, it is important to look after our wairua (spirit), hinengaro (mind), relationships and overall well-being. There are a number of simple things you can do every day to support your mental wellbeing:
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