Winter Health
As winter settles in, it’s essential to prioritize our health and well-being amidst the chill. This season can bring about various challenges, from winter illnesses and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) to the temptation to hibernate indoors. However, staying warm, active, and engaged can make a significant difference. For more information on supporting your health and ways to keep warm this winter check out the information below

Apps

  • Calm – app for sleep, meditation and relaxation.
  • Headspace – Headspace is a science-backed app in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep.
  • MyPossibleSelf: Mental Health - access to the best toolkits available to improve your mind; includes interactive tools and coping strategies, using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), customised for digital use.
  • NHS Active 10 - records every minute of walking you do, tracking your steps, helps you set goals and shows your achievements
  • NHS Couch to 5K - A running programme for beginners to help you get started with running
  • NHS App – The NHS App gives you a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your phone. You can view your health record, including test results, request repeat prescriptions and book appointments.
  • Sorted: Mental Health – accredited by NHS digital - a mark of its effectiveness, safety and good function. Easy to use, the audio modules uniquely combine applied relaxation with goal-focused visualisations derived from the latest neuroscience and sports coaching methods.
  • The Mindfulness App – Enjoy a more restful sleep, stress less, and reduce your anxiety together with over 350 guided meditations.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Positivity and Wellbeing