Looking after your wellbeing
Ideas to look after your wellbeing if you find yourself at home for a period of time:
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If your stay at home is planned then be prepared. For example buy personal essential food and household items in advance. If you should need further items, pre-arrange for someone to pick them up for you or get them delivered
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Order the right amount of repeat prescriptions and at the right time, about a week before you run out
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Keep your room temperature comfortable. If you have a fever, be careful not to overheat
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Keep your windows open to let in fresh air. Get natural sunlight if you can by spending time in your garden if you have one
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If you are able to, keep moving around, even when confined indoors. Move every hour to keep joints and muscles working and to boost circulation
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Have regular meals. Try and have at least one hot meal a day
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Eat healthy balanced meals and drink enough water to stay hydrated. Visit our healthy eating pages or the NHS for resources and information on eating well
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Visit our Self-Management information if you have a long-term health condition. The courses will help you learn some self-care tips. You can learn how to:
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develop a healthy sleep pattern
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manage pain and fatigue
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manage stress, anxiety and difficult emotions
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manage shortness of breath
