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• With freezing weather causing slippery surfaces, NHS Scotland, the country's health service, is advising people on how to safely move about the streets, STV News reported.
Experts suggest that folks "walk like a penguin," with toes pointed out slightly, knees loose and arms extended out from the sides.
Walkers should take short steps and keep their center of gravity over their feet.
"While it may seem silly to walk or waddle like a penguin, the alternative may be a nasty injury or even time in hospital," said Dr. Emilia Crighton, director for public health at NHSGGC.
"Penguins know best."