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Bundle up for winter safety

Extreme cold can raise your risk for frostbite and hypothermia. If you go outside, bundle up and cover exposed skin to help stay safe and warm.

DRESS WARMLY ON COLD DAYS:

Several loose layers under a water-resistant coat

Wool or fleece hat

Insulated mittens or gloves

Warm socks and waterproof boots

Scarf or knit mask for your face

Reviewed 1/3/2024

Sources

American Academy of Dermatology. "How to Prevent and Treat Frostbite." https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/injured-skin/burns/prevent-treat-frostbite.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Avoid. Spot. Treat. Frostbite and Hypothermia." https://www.cdc.gov/winter-weather/media/pdf/avoid-spot-treat-frostbite.pdf.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Preventing Frostbite." https://www.cdc.gov/winter-weather/prevention/preventing-frostbite.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Preventing Hypothermia." https://www.cdc.gov/winter-weather/prevention/