A yellow cold-health alert has been issued for the West Midlands over the coming days, via the UK Health Security Agency.
The alert is in place from Saturday 6 January to Tuesday 9 January.
This is an important stage for health and social services to ensure readiness and swift action to reduce harm from cold weather.
Make sure you keep up to date with how to keep safe and well this winter.
For tips on seasonal vaccinations, advice on if you feel unwell, keeping warm and looking after vulnerable neighbours and visitors, please visit: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/keep-warm-keep-well/
Also look out for winter wellbeing tips on our social media channels.