Winter Weather Health Concerns
Helping You "Weather" the Winter Months
The winter months can be an exciting time for many people, but with them come a variety of health concerns unique to this time of year. Chief among these health concerns are protecting yourself from the effects of cold weather.
Other major areas of winter concern include driving in the snow and ice, coping with common colds or the flu, knowing how to dress appropriately, and more.
Use the links below to find out more information on this page about the topics listed.
Disclaimer: When you click on the links below, you will be taken to websites outside Resurrection Health Care. Resurrection Health Care is not responsible for the the information presented on the above websites.
Stay warm!
It's Flu Season Once Again
This year's winter flu season is expected to be especially harsh. Below are some helpful links to information that will help you protect yourself and your family from this seasonal health hazard.
- Seasonal Flu (CDC)
- Information for Parents (CDC)
- Information for Workplaces and Employees (CDC)
- Information for Schools and Childcare Providers (CDC)
- General Information about Influenza (IDPH)
- Pandemic Flu (IDPH)
- Infectious Diseases: The Flu (HIL)
- Podcast: Take Your Best Shot at Preventing and Fighting the Flu
Need a Flu Shot?
- List of locations (IDPH)
- Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine (CDC)
Visitors to Resurrection Health Care hospitals will notice increased concern over the transmission of infections such as cold and flu, and may be asked by security to wear a breathing mask upon entering the building, particularly if the visitor is coughing, sneezing, or sniffling.
As flu season progresses, the hospital staff may themselves wear such protection as well. Please be assured that we will take these steps to protect our patients' health, and we appreciate your help.
Cold Weather Tips
The winter weather in the Chicago area can be especially cold and blustery. Protect yourself and your family by learning more about cold weather risks and simple ways to stay healthy and safe.
- Winter Health Tips (IDPH)
- Winter Weather (CDC)
- Extreme Cold Prevention Guide (CDC)
- Winter Storm Facts (CDC)
- Winter Storm Tips for Protecting Children (AAP)
- Preparing for Winter Storms (American Red Cross)
ICE - In Case of Emergency
A campaign encouraging people to enter an emergency contact number in their cell phone's memory under the heading "ICE" (i.e., In Case of Emergency) has rapidly spread throughout the world. The idea was originally established as a nationwide campaign in the United Kingdom.
By adopting the ICE advice, an individual's cell phone will help emergency personnel quickly contact a friend or relative - which could be vital in a life-or-death situation. It only takes a few seconds to do, and it could easily help save a life.
Why not put ICE in your cell phone now? In your phone book or contacts list, type the acronym "ICE" and the telephone number of the person you wish to be contacted.
