Srinagar, Dec. 1 -- As temperatures plunge across the country, doctors and health authorities have urged elderly citizens to remain indoors, warning that exposure to the biting cold can have severe and even fatal consequences. The advisory comes at a critical time when winter is at its peak, and health systems are bracing for an increase in weather-related illnesses. It is a stark reminder that extreme cold is not merely an inconvenience-it is a public health concern that disproportionately affects our most vulnerable populations. Elderly individuals are especially susceptible to hypothermia, frostbite, and exacerbation of chronic illnesses such as heart disease, respiratory disorders, and arthritis. Even brief exposure to sub-zero temper...