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General
Burns
There are a number of folk treatments for burns. One 'treatment' is to
cover the burn with butter. This actually may serve to make the burn worse
as it introduces foreign materials (and if the burn is serious, the hospital
will just have to wash it off!). As this website explains the best treatment
for hot burns is to run it under cold water and keep it under there for
a long time (as burns continue even after the heat source is gone). Go
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Source: Quickcare.org
Would
you know if you, or someone around you, was having a stroke?
Most people would know that crushing chest pain means a heart attack,
but would you recognize the symptoms of a "brain attack", which
is a stroke? Here is a list of the top five symptoms. It is really important
that you recognize them quickly, as the faster you get treatment the more
you will lessen the long term impact. View
this webcast for more in-depth information
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Source: National Stroke Association
Friendship:
Good for what Ails you
We all value what our friends give to enrich our lives. But you may not
realize that they give your better health along with the laughter and
support. New research suggests that friendship and social support can
actually save lives. Go
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Source: MSN Health
Filthy
Lucre
The case for laundering money just got stronger with the results in from
a study by U.S. Air Force doctors in Ohio. They found that money harbours
bacteria which can make both immuno-suppressed and healthy people very
sick. It just proves that your mother was right -- wash your hands after
handling money. Go
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Source: WebMD
Concerned
about the quality of your water?
Use this interactive tool to diagnose water problems (for example find
out the culprit behind that rotten egg odour or reddish tinge). Also you
can access information on contaminants as well as view the table of acceptable
levels. Test kits are sold. Go
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Source: Water Quality Association
Pets
and Winter Health
The winter season, including holiday additions to your home and the weather,
create possible health issues for your pets. Did you know that chocolate
is highly toxic to pets? My brother's puppy got into chocolate as a puppy
which caused long term health problems.
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Source: American Veterinary Medical Association
Swallowing
Gum: Does it really 'stick' with you for seven years?
Frankly, considering the amount of gum stuck to the bottoms of chairs
in libraries, movie theatres and food courts around the U.S., I wish that
this article had suggested that gum swallowing had health benefits! In
reality, the concensus seemed to be that it causes no harm, but that it's
better to use the trash can. Read more. Go
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Source: Ask Y!
Breathe!
Sitting at a computer desk all day not only contributes to terrible posture,
but it also is likely to have an impact on your breathing. Poor breathing
leads to feelings of fatigue (because of lower levels of oxygen), poor
health, feelings of anxiety and other bad things. The cure is easy --
take breaks to practice good posture and good breathing. You'll perk right
up! Go
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Source: Health and Aging
Does
Nature or Nurture cause disease
Why can one person live what is acknowledged to be an unhealthy lifestyle
and live until 90 while another dies at 60 after living the model healthy
lifestyle? Genetics and environment both have an impact on our health.
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Source: WebMD.com
What
causes the Hiccups?
Everyone gets the hiccups. Maybe concentrating on these pages will distract
you enough so that you can get rid of yours (if you have them). You'll
find links to pages with traditional cures and (bonus) a link to a site
where you'll be able to view shockwave animation of the mechanism which
causes the 'icccc' -ups. Go
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Source: Ask Y!
Press
Releases by NIH
Including links to special reports and press releases on important developments
in health in the U.S. , this page is a good place to keep abreast of medical
news. Go
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Source: National Institute of Health
Geneological
Histories
Having a complete geneological history can be fun and interesting, but
for some people, it can have a great impact on their health decisions.
This article will give you a tips on how to gather your medical geneology
and gives an overview of how recessive genes work. Go
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Source: Geneology.com
Evaluating
access to emergency care
Many individuals learn about the emergency medical benefits of their health
plan when they are in the midst of a medical crisis. The American College
of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) has developed this checklist to assist
you in evaluating your health plan’s emergency medical benefits in
advance. You don't want to learn after the fact if your emergency visit
wasn't covered by your insurance plan! Go
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Source: American College of Emergency Physicians
Early
Pet Exposure May Reduce Risk of Allergies in Children
My grandmother would commonly exclaim that "a little peck of dirt
wouldn't harm you". Another case where common wisdom is proven correct.
Apparently being too clean can contribute to more allergies and a weaker
immune system. Go
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Source: WebMD
News
story on the dangers around the house
Think that your house is a safe havens from the danger out in the world?
Unfortuntely, your house contains many potentially dangerous situations.
This NBC news piece talks about home inspections and steps you can take
to reduce the danger to yourself, and your children or grandchildren.
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Source: NBC Nightly News, 1 / 20 / 2001
Home
Safety Checklist
This publication is made available by ACEP -- the American College of
Emergency Physicians -- to reduce the accidents that happen around the
house. PDF file requires Acrobat Reader or newer versions of web browsers.
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Source: American College of Emergency Physicians
When
to seek medical care for a cut
It can be difficult to judge when you need medical care for a cut. There
is not an absolute rule about cut length. There are guidelines that will
help you decide what steps you should take. Different situation may require
a trip to the sink to wash it, a trip to your local urgent / emergency
care center, or a quick visit to a drop in medical center or your family
physician. Go
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Source: American College of Emergency Physicians.org
Happily
Married
With so many marriages dissolving into acrimony or simple boredom, it's
wonderful to read about 4 marriages that are growing stronger. Read to
what these couples attribute their satisfying partnership.
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Source: MyPrimeTime.com
Does
Clipping Coupons really save money?
The answer appears to be: "It depends". If you use the coupons
correctly, you save on the items that you were already going to buy. They
are products that you need and use. If they prompt you to buy new products
(or more than you need), the coupons have done their job (for the product's
manufacturer!) Learn how to use coupons instead of having them use you.
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Source: Family Money
Love
among Equals
The strongest and most satisfying relationships are built upon mutual
respect and equality. Although the intended audience appears to be singletons
looking for a mate, the underlying philosophy applies equally to couples
in a family. Go
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Source: Thriveonline.com
Gettin'
Laid .. Off
Job stress, or any type of stress really, is a killer to romance and passion.
Most people have gone through (fairly) long stretches in their lives where
a hot night between the sheets is G rated .. it's just a muggy July night!
Understanding that "this too shall pass" is part of the RX.
So is a little non-sexual R&R where you and your partner can reconnect
on the elemental level before your connect on the primal level. Go
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Source: PrimeTime.com
Antibiotics
aren't always the answer
The over prescription of antibiotics is a critical issue that will affect
your family's health. Sometimes illnesses are caused by agents (i.e. bacteria)
that respond to antibiotics -- other illnesses are viral in nature and
can't be cured by antibiotics. Our mis-use (including taking it when you
have a viral cold, and not completeing the entire course because "you
felt better after a couple of days) has resulted in multiple resistant
strains -- i.e. bacteria that is no longer killed by the antibiotics.
Protect the medicinal weapons we have by educating yourself about when
you really need antibiotics. Go
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Source: YourFamilyHealth. com
Travelling
with vegetarian children
Travelling with children offers its own special challenge. Add vegetarian
dietary considerations and a cranky and hungry 3 year old and you can
imagine the potential fireworks. Planning ahead by following these tips
should smooth out the bumps. It won't fix the air turbulance, but it will
the tummy growling.
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Source:
Important
documents for adopting a child
Officials will want this list of important papers to make sure you will
be good parents to an adopted child. Go
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Source: Family Money
Flee
Fleas!
Pets are a part of your family. They bring joy, a reason to exercise
and (unfortunately) bring fleas. All parts of the U.S. have fleas. While
in the North Country we are spared the ankle itching for most months of
the year, with the summer here, it's time to review what you know about
fleas. Understanding the flea life cycle is vital to getting rid of these
pests. Go
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Source: Your Family's Health
Talk
to your child about Alcohol
Consider that alcohol is the drug of choice for teens. When you add this
to the fact that teen who drink are more likely to be victims of violent
crime, get pregnant and do poorly in school, it is clear that addressing
the issue of alcohol is important. Targeted to parents with children ages
10 - 14, this guide give suggestions on how you can talk to your child.
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Source: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and
Alcoholism (NIAAA)
Computers
help people with disabilities by opening up new avenues for learning,
working and socializing
Although computers have made a difference in most people's lives, perhaps
the effect has been greatest on people with disabilities. As a new communication
tool, computers have helped people get in contact with others -- erasing
or easing barriers such as distance and disabilities. If you are interested
in testing out new computer technologies to see how they could help you,
visit to find out about training and demonstrations.
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Source: Vermont Assistive Technology Project resources
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