Even though ambulance staff are on strike, the advice remains to call 999 in an emergency.
Ambulance staff belonging to three unions - GMB, Unison and Unite - are on strike in a dispute over pay.
The UK Health Security Agency has extended the current level 3 cold weather alert until 9am on Wednesday.It increases the risks of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections, as well as falls and accidents, for example. If you have a pre-existing medical condition or are over the age of 65, it is important to try and heat your home to at least 18°C if you can.Health Secretary Steve Barclay said Monday's industrial action affecting some parts of England and Wales was "hugely disappointing" and despite contingency plans to mitigate risks to patient safety, "there will inevitably be further disruption".
Speaking on Sky's Sophy Ridge on Sunday, Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said the government was willing to "talk about anything, but they won't talk about pay".
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