Motorists are being urged to take precautions amid cold weather alerts and warnings across the UK.
Health officials have urged people to heat the rooms they use most, in response to concerns that mounting energy costs could prevent some people from switching on their heating.
The mum-of-three explained that the central heating "just isn't going on". Instead, she is keeping one room warm for her family by day and turns on oil heaters for the kids overnight. She explained that, since both she and her husband are in work and not on benefits, they are not eligible for much of the extra support available.Natalie McNab says every penny that can be pinched has been, and now heating costs are beginning to bite
Dr Agostinho Sousa of the UKHSA said: "Cold weather can have serious consequences for health, and older people and those with heart or lung conditions can be particularly at risk.
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