What Is Stachybotrys Mold?
Can you tell me anything about a new mold called Stachybotrys? How can I know if it is in my home? What does it look like? Stachybotrys is a fungus that...
What Is Helicobacteria?
Helicobacter pylori, or h. pylori, is a bacterium that has brought about a revolution in the way we treat peptic ulcer disease. Peptic ulcers are sores...
The Danger Of Dehydration
Surprising as it may seem, getting dehydrated is one of the many reasons why people are brought to the hospital. Regardless of how simple the definition...
Dog Bite Treatment – What To Do When Bitten
Dogs have been companions and helpers to humans for thousands of years. They are loving and loyal pets and great workers as guide dogs, watchdogs, shepherds...
Air Travel And Tuberculosis – Causes And Prevention
Could air travel put you at risk of catching tuberculosis? It is an extremely small risk — certainly not cause for alarm. But it is one you should...
Tips And Tidbits About Poison Oak And Poison Ivy
While you are enjoying the great outdoors this spring, you are likely to encounter one of the great itch-makers, poison oak or poison ivy. For some information...
7 Tips To Prevent Insect Bites
Whether it is camping, picnics, bike riding or just a backyard get-together, you are bound to encounter stinging, biting or blood-sucking insects. Some...
How To Control Foot Odor – Treatment And Remedies
Foot odor is a problem many people are reluctant to discuss, which is a shame because it can usually be treated cheaply and easily. All you need is a little...
Stinging Insects – Home Treatment For Bugs Bites And Stings
An encounter with a stinging insect is not a pleasant experience. In the United States, the main stinging insects are bees, hornets, yellow jackets, wasps...
How To Reduce Indoor Air Pollution
Your home is your castle. A safe haven sheltered from the worries of the outside world. Or is it? It turns out that our homes (and many other buildings)...
What Causes Cold Hands And Feet
Many of us at one time or another complain of cold hands and feet and wonder whether this is normal or whether this could mean that something is wrong...
10 Tips For Cold Weather Safety
A little bit of savvy and a few precautions will get you and your family safely through the cold of winter. Unless you live some place where the mercury...
