08/12/2026
STRESS
Are uou feeling stressed? Your body may be telling you it’s time to take a break.
Stress is a normal response to difficult situations. A little bit of stress can even help us get things done. But too much stress can affect both our mind and body. It can cause headaches, poor sleep, an upset stomach, irritability and trouble concentrating.
Things to do to prevent or avoid stress
Protect your sleep by keeping up to regular bed and wake-up times.
Put screens like phone and TV away before bed.
Dont allowed job burnt out by working all extra shifts.
Get moving like walking daily.
Eat and drink well such as eating balanced meals and enough water to support your body.
Stay connected by talking about how you feel.
Take a news break by reducing too much news and social media browsing.
Practise in coping skills thst works for you.
If stress becomes difficult to manage or starts affecting everyday life, reach out to a trusted health-care provider.