2016

Tips For Hiding Your Breast Implants

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There is absolutely no shame in getting breast implants. Having larger breasts can make formerly very self-conscious women go from feeling shy and unworthy to feeling as though they are beautiful and on top of the world. However, breast implants can cause people to give you attention that you might not really want. This can be stressful and make you feel self-conscious again. Here are some tips for hiding your breast implants and then slowly revealing them so that the change is not sudden enough for you to get unwanted attention.

3 November 2016

Three At-Home Treatments for Plantar Warts

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Plantar warts, also called verrucas, develop on the soles of your feet. These warts grow inwards and can cause pain when you stand or walk. While they'll eventually go away by themselves, you may not want to put up with these painful growths for longer than necessary. Here are three ways to get rid of your painful plantar warts at home. Cover it with duct tape Some people say that duct tape can fix anything, but you may be surprised to learn that it can even get rid of plantar warts.

3 November 2016

Taking The Sting Out Of It: Natural Remedies For Bee Stings

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Bee stings are one of life's most universal and common injuries, and yet, when you experience it, you may have no real idea how to treat it. But while a sting can take the fun out of a day in the sun or working in your garden, it's also a little difficult to treat without either gritting your teeth and bearing it or driving down to your local doctor's office to see what they can do about it.

3 November 2016

Three Ways To Bring Down Your Fever Without Taking Drugs

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A fever can leave you feeling very uncomfortable, between the chills, flashes or heat, and clamminess. If you have a fever due to a common illness like the flu, here are some ways to bring it down without relying on medications. Keep your clothing light. When you start feeling chills, you might be tempted to cuddle under a pile of blankets. But you're feeling the chills because your body temperature is too high and the air, as a result, feels chilly around you in comparison.

3 November 2016

Communication Breakdown: 3 Signs It's Their Hearing And Not Your Relationship

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In a relationship, there is nothing more frustrating than feeling like your words are ignored. Yet, it is common for communication to break down when a person has hearing loss. If your "honey do's" have turned into a lot of "honey whats," read on to find out if the following signs of hearing loss apply to your partner. It's Hard to Understand Them People often think about hearing problems as causing a person to have difficulty understanding other people's speech.

3 November 2016

What EMS Management Can Do That Dispatchers Cannot

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Emergency dispatchers are responsible for the alerts and dispersal of basic emergency responders. The dispatchers deliver an important service via a stressful and difficult job. However, not everything that is needed at an accident site or an emergency site can be sent by dispatch. That is where EMS management services comes in. Here is a little more about what this software, program, and emergency medical system delivers. Helicopters/Air Lifts When dealing with accidents or cases of severe trauma, most emergency medical teams and first responders are unaware of the severity of the medical problems prior to arriving on the scene.

3 November 2016

Two Options For Preventing Flood Waters From Displacing Deceased Loved Ones

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One of the eeriest stories to surface in the wake of flooding in areas like Louisiana and Virginia is the phenomenon of floating caskets. This unfortunate situation occurs as a result of flood waters seeping into the ground and loosening the soil so much that the caskets buried underneath literally rise to the surface and float wherever the water takes them. Understandably, this can be immensely upsetting to people who expected their loved ones to rest peacefully for all eternity.

18 October 2016

Questions About Blue Light And How You Can Protect Your Eyes From It

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Nowadays, practically everyone seems to be interacting with electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. The interactions certainly expand the ability to communicate and complete complex jobs, but they also expose your eyes to blue light, which is also known as high-energy visible (HEV) light. As a result, many digital devices cause eye strain. Still, many people are unfamiliar with the blue light of digital devices and don't know how to combat its effects.

30 September 2016

Help! How Can You Tell If Something Is Wrong With Your Blood Pressure?

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Not everyone has the convenience of having a tool to check your blood pressure from the comfort of your own home. If you happen to be one of those people, would you know how to tell if your blood pressure is too high or too low based on other signs and symptoms? More importantly, do you know the difference between the truths and the myths regarding high and low blood pressure?

16 September 2016

Three Reasons Your Teenager Should Be Seeing a Chiropractor

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Seeing the chiropractor is sometimes thought of as a measure that older adults take to ease the aches and pains that come with aging. But in fact, even your teenage son or daughter can benefit from seeing a chiropractor for regular adjustments. Here's a look at three reasons your teen should be seeing a chiropractor. Growth spurts can place tension on the spine. Teens can shoot up several inches in height in just a few months.

29 August 2016