Winter is more than just snow, Christmas and cold; it’s
the flu, sneezing, coughing and other health risks. Luckily, there are
precautions you can take before calling your Harrisburg internal medicine
doctor. As one recent article noted:
… the winter weather can also mean issues for senior citizens in health and in getting around.
So, what should you do? Stay covered and wear dry
clothing. Before you go out to shovel snow, do some stretching exercises. Don’t
overexert yourself when clearing off sidewalks and steps. When you’re taking
down holiday directions, don’t tug or pull on outdoor lights. Be sure to wear
appropriate shoes when it’s icy out.
Read the entire article: “Minimizing
winter health risks.”
