Frostbite mostly affects areas where the circulation is poor.
Since cold weather will cause the body to take preventive
measures by constricting (making smaller) the blood vessel, this
opens the door to frostbite injuries. Look for the 4 Ps of
frostbite: Pink – affected areas will be reddish in colour. This
is the first sign of frostbite. Pain – affected areas will
become painful. Patches – white, waxy feeling patches show up –
skin is dying. Pricklies – the areas will then feel numb. Tips
to prevent frostbite: Get to a warm area before frostbite sets
in. If it’s too cold outside, consider staying indoors. Protect
areas of poor circulation (ears, nose, fingers and toes). Keep
extra mittens and gloves in the car, house or school bag. Wear
larger sized mittens over your gloves. Wear a scarf to protect
the chin, lips and cheeks. They are all extremely susceptible to
frostbite. Wear two pairs of socks – wool if possible Keep feet
warm and dry Remove any wet clothing. What to do in case of
frostbite: Do not rub or