PDSA vets have issued advice on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explained: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can be […]
Dramatic Winter Images by Kenny Armet
Incredible capture by Kenny Armet of a very foreboding sky over a snow covered Orkney landscape
Be Winter Wise: simple steps to save water, save money and protect homes.
A WATER expert is calling on the public to get their homes prepared for winter to avoid burst pipes and irreparable damage during Scotland’s coldest months. With the Met Office reporting temperatures […]
‘No winter lasts forever’
“No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” – Hal Borland
#Covid & #Flu Weekly Update 21st December 2022
Influenza incidence increased from High to Extraordinary activity level. Image shows % of vaccinations administered
‘Dust of Snow’
Image by Rosie Hopkins, Poem by Robert Frost
Keeping Our Dogs Safe in Winter
The Veterinary charity PDSA has published advice about keeping our dogs safe especially in winter when we are out and about
Managing Our Mental Wellbeing Through Winter
“There are things that we can do to manage our mental health this winter. ” Dr Joan Harvey
“65% of older people plan to use less heating this winter”
“millions of older people are wondering if they will be abandoned by the government and left with unaffordable energy bills and freezing homes next year. ” John Palmer, Independent Age
21.12.21
“We looked across to the Hoy Hills being atmospheric”