Christmas Jumper Day
| Every December, workplaces, schools, and communities across the UK burst into a sea of colour, sequins, and seasonal cheer for Christmas Jumper Day. Christmas Jumper Day is all about donning your most joyful, quirky, or downright outrageous festive sweater. Whether it’s a hand knitted masterpiece, a shop bought novelty jumper with flashing lights, or a vintage find, the goal is simple – Spreading joy and raising money for good causes. This year, the day falls in mid-December, perfectly timed to lift spirits as the winter nights draw in. It’s not just an excuse for some light hearted fashion. There is a strong message behind the fun. Traditionally linked to fundraising for children’s and humanitarian charities, participants are encouraged to make a small donation alongside wearing their jumpers. These small contributions, multiplied across millions of participants, create a significant impact. |
Jumpers at the ready:
The beauty of Christmas Jumper Day lies in its inclusivity. You don’t need to buy something new. In fact, many people opt to upcycle or decorate an old jumper to make it festive. Glitter glue, pom-poms, ribbons, and felt cut-outs can transform any sweater into a statement piece. In offices, colleagues often hold competitions for “most creative” or “most over-the-top” jumper. In schools, it’s a chance for students and teachers to share in the festive fun together.
While the knitwear takes centre stage, the day is also about connection. Shared laughs over mismatched reindeer eyes or musical jumpers with tinny jingle bells help strengthen bonds in communities and workplaces. For many, it marks the start of the holiday celebrations and creating warm memories that last beyond December.
This year, Christmas Jumper Day feels especially important. In times when the world faces both economic and social challenges, small acts of joy and generosity can make a big difference. By participating, people contribute not just financially to vital causes, but emotionally by bringing light into someone’s day.
Whether you go subtle and stylish or wild and whimsical, Christmas Jumper Day 2025 is a chance to have fun and share kindness! Show that even the simplest traditions help unite people for something bigger than themselves. So, dust off that jumper, or create a new one and join in the nationwide wave of woolly, wonderful festive cheer.
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A Spotlight On…Flu
Flu will often get better on its own, but it could make some people seriously ill. It’s important to get the flu vaccine if you’re advised to.
Symptoms of Flu
Flu symptoms come on very quickly and include but not limited to:
- a sudden high temperature
- an aching body
- a dry cough / sore throat
- headache / difficulty sleeping
- loss of appetite / diarrhoea or tummy pain
Symptoms are similar for children, but they may also get pain in their ear and appear less active.
Cold and flu symptoms are similar, but flu tends to be more severe.
How to self help
- rest and sleep
- keep warm
- take paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower your temperature and treat aches and pains if allowed – speak to a pharmacist or GP if you’re not sure
- drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration (your pee should be light yellow or clear)
A pharmacist could also help with flu. They will be able to give advice and recommend flu remedies. Do not take paracetamol and flu remedies that contain paracetamol at the same time as it’s easy to take more than the recommended dose.
How to avoid spreading the flu
Flu is very infectious and easily spread to other people. You’re more likely to give it to others in the first 5 days.
To reduce the risk of spreading flu:
- wash your hands often with warm water and soap
- cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (if you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the bend of your elbow, not into your hand)
- bin used tissues as quickly as possible
Try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if you have a high temperature or you do not feel well enough to do your normal activities.
How to get a flu vaccine
Flu vaccines are offered on the NHS every year in autumn or early winter to help protect people at risk of flu and its complications.
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Have a good rest of the week
Sandra