4. The Urgent Care Centre at the New QEII Hospital in Welwyn Garden City - open 24/7 for minor injuries and urgent minor illness if your own GP is closed

6. 25p You can pick up non-branded medicines cheaply from supermarkets or chemists Keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet doesn’t have to be expensive £1.50 21p 30p

7. Your local High Street or shopping parade will have a pharmacy. In fact there are more than 200 across Hertfordshire. Many are open late and at weekends. And the best bit – you don’t need an appointment. A quick chat with a pharmacist can help you handle lots of common minor health problems

8. Minimise the spread of germs - sneeze into a tissue and put it straight in the bin and always wash hands with soap and water

9. Hertfordshire County Council Public Health www.hertsdirect.org/healthinherts Working with organisations across Hertfordshire to improve your health and wellbeing

10. Be careful in icy weather! Trips and falls are particularly common at this time of year.

13. Keep warm! This can help to prevent colds, flu and more serious health problems. Heat your home to at least 18°C (65°F). If you are worried about paying bills or would like advice on draught-proofing, contact HertsHelp on 0300 123 4044.

14. Be happier, healthier and less stressed Sign up today: www.hertsdirect.org/dosomething

15. Sexual Health Hertfordshire Free and confidential You don’t have to give your real name Contraception Sexual health Information, advice, treatment One number to call: 0300 008 5522 Or search ‘Health in Herts’ online

16. 8 weekly sessions of body conditioning and education in your local leisure centre to help you manage your condition and improve your quality of life Short of breath even when walking on the flat due to a breathing problem? Ever discussed Pulmonary Rehab with your GP or Practice Nurse? Top 3 most important ways to help yourself: Stop smoking Use your inhalers correctly and as prescribed Ask about Pulmonary Rehab Telephone: 01462 478783

18. The NHS Wellbeing teams can help you manage everyday problems. Phone: 0300 777 0707 to be put in contact with the team The Wellbeing Service