Winnipeg Health Region Gifts of Health #7: Cold Weather and its Impact on our Bodies
If you’ve ever been tired or slow moving when the mercury drops, there’s a reason for that. Your body’s mobility is impacted by the cold . . . but there are ways to keep limber even in sub-zero temperatures. Do you have a cold weather related injury or illness? Here’s what to do: 1. Questions? Call Health Links/Info Santé (24 hours/7 days a week) at 788-8200 or toll-free at: 1-888-315-9257. 2. Visit the Minor Injury Clinic at Pan Am Clinic (75 Poseidon Bay). For more info, visit www.panamclinic.org or call 925-1556. 3. Call your doctor or to Urgent Care Centre at Misericordia Health Centre (99 Cornish Centre). For more information on Urgent Care, visit www.misericordia.mb.ca 4. For medical emergencies, go to your nearest hospital emergency room. For a list of hospitals visit www.wrha.mb.ca For more health tips and information, visit www.wrha.mb.ca Presented in partnership with Shaw TV.
