-         Be prepared this winter –take care of those irritating winter ailments
 -         Be mindful of yourself, health and happiness
 -         Seek advice from your local pharmacist on winter ailments before going directly to the GP
 -         Coughs can last 3-4 weeks after an infection
 -         Most sore throats last an average of 8 days
 -         Use A&E for accidents and emergencies, not colds and flu
 -         Activity is key to physical health and mental wellbeing
 -         Don’t run out of your medication this winter – be prepared
 -         Antibiotics don’t work on sore throats, coughs or colds
 
Common ailments that can be self managed :