Public Health & Safety

Fighting can get you into alot of trouble when it is for the wrong reasons. This article is for self defense purposes only.

Just like smoking, not drinking alcohol can be tough for some people. Though some people would not consider alcohol to be addictive, for some it is just as addictive as any other drug or...

Everyone knows that smoking is bad for your health. It makes you look older, but it can also lead to a variety of deadly and painful cancers. Though that is now a well known fact, many who have...

The Centers for Disease Control has stated that we are in the midst of a pandemic due to the H1N1 flu virus. Most people who do contract the illness do recover, but it is still important to know...

Want to make sure you don't get the Swine Flu? Read the easy how to article below!

Flourescent lighting, such as CFLs, save energy. However, broken flourescent tubes and other CFLs should be cleaned up with great caution to avoid mercury contamination. To protect the...

As we, all know E.Coli can make you very sick and can cause death. E.Coli (Escherichia) is a bacterium that is found in Feces. Whether it be animal or human Feces. There is some simple steps...

With today's technology, it has become easier than ever to find medical information. Medical information is accessible in newsletters, medical directories, and online. With this in mind, many...

Hands-Only CPR is CPR without mouth-to-mouth breaths. It is recommended for use by people who see an adult suddenly collapse in the “out-of-hospital” setting (like at home, at work, in a park)....

Stress can affect an employee's performance at work, which is why it is important to find a way to relax and manage the stress that work brings. For many people, cigarette smoking is their way of...

Post-nasal drip is when a person feels phlegm in the back of the throat. The throat feels moist because of the drip coming from the nose. An excess of phlegm can lead to an infection.

When it comes to your overall heart health and cholesterol numbers, the answers are often black and white. Two types of cholesterol affect the total number in your body; good cholesterol known as...

There are over 70,000 identified species of fungus, including various types of mushrooms, molds, truffles, rusts and yeasts; some estimates of total species count (including unidentified...

Equipment intended to touch human food or body parts must undergo strict sterilization protocols after most repair work, or after any break of the equipment's sanitary seal. Depending on the...

Electronic cigarettes were introduced to America in early 2009, and have found increasing popularity ever since. If you are making the transition to electronic cigarettes, you may choose to refill...

Oscillococcinum is a commonly recommended homeopathic treatment for the prevention of flu symptoms, manufactured by Boiron and available over-the-counter. With the H1N1 viral infection worries,...

Workers sometimes get injured on the job and need time off for surgery, rehabilitation, and rest and relaxation. A worker has to clear the necessary obstacles before returning to work. If you...

The term "swine flu" refers to the infection caused by influenza A (H1N1) virus in humans in 2009. Original laboratory testing indicated that the virus was very similar to the flu viruses that...

In the United States, the federal cigarette tax is $1.01 as of November 2009. It is used to fund a specific children's health program. In addition to federal taxes, states and local municipalities...

Labeling the food in your fridge with dates helps prevent food spoilage and waste. Knowing when your food is safe to eat helps protect you from the dangers of mold and food-borne illnesses. Label...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends flu shots for everyone over the age of six months unless the patient has an allergy to eggs or has had a severe allergic reaction to...

Installing a proper storm water treatment system is one of the important measures businesses, individuals and cities can take to improve the quality of public and private water sources. Treatment...

It's frustrating to have water stuck in your inner ear, which might also result in hearing blockage, dizziness and nausea . There are several ways to treat this problem.

Drugs are an insidious part of our society. They are responsible for deaths, crimes, accidents and for tearing families apart. Because drug use can affect innocent people, law enforcement,...

Any plan to prevent the damaging effects of air pollution needs endeavors designed for every person who pollutes, so each one can reduce their contribution to unhealthy air and ozone depletion. At...

Human crowds usually contain some diseased and infected people, and these individuals may spread infectious diseases. Indoor spaces confine people, place them in closer proximity and increase the...

Microbiology involves culturing organisms, but this requires a medium called agar for the organisms to feed on and grow. Agar is a solid substance that comes from boiling algae. Urea agar is a...

Stem cells are a very important type of cell in the human body. With the ability to become any type of cell in the body, the amount of information that can be learned from them is invaluable.

The term allopathy refers to a practice of medicine considered old school, although it is currently the dominant form of health care. The name itself was given by Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of...

Nursing diagnosis is different than a doctor's diagnosis. A doctor's diagnosis is aimed at naming the cause behind the symptoms that the patient is exhibiting. Separate from the diagnosis is the...

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) develops and establishes occupational health and safety standards, conducts research to develop new criteria for improving health...

According to the Center for Materials Research and Analysis at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, conventional microscope magnfication can be no more than 500x, due to the wavelength of visible...

Take a few long, deep breaths, and you will feel the physical and psychological benefits immediately. Slow, deep, meditative breathing has been known for centuries as a way of calming and...

The brain uses more than its share of oxygen in the body. The brain, at about 3 lb., usually constitutes only 2 percent of the body's mass, but it uses 20 percent of the output from the heart. The...

Heat exhaustion is a common problem that can occur in hot summer weather. It occurs when your body temperature begins to get too high. Heat exhaustion usually occurs when your temperature is...

Don't want to get the flu? Follow these simple steps below and you can significantly reduce your risk of getting the flu.

Saving of energy must start at home. If you are a parent, you must teach your children to start caring for the environment or if you are a person who is living with a not-so-environment-conscious...

Have you ever heard the old saying “I can quit smoking any time I want; I’ve done it a thousand times”. That was me almost seven years ago when that saying was wearing thin for me. I knew it was...

Running out of ways for starting a business? Well, here are some ways in which you can get on with your own profit-generating endeavor. Try making money with the so-called “green” industry. The...

Millions of cards and gift wrap will find the way to the local landfill this year. The wrappings and trappings are gorgeous, shiny and an art unto itself. But, I am choosing to go less fanciful,...

Most of the public relies on public water systems for their supply of water. Before water enters public treatment plants, it is typically contaminated with parasites and bacteria. The water is...

Circulation to the brain depends on having a healthy heart and healthy vascular system. Several things can impede circulation of the blood to the brain. The most obvious would be a physical...

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors public drinking water systems to check for contaminants and to ensure treatment processes are protecting human health. Drinking water must meet...

Most minor burns can be treated at home successfully; however, depending on the type of burn---chemical, electrical or thermal---treatment may differ slightly. When in doubt, it is best to seek...

Non-friable asbestos refers to products which exceed one-percent asbestos content and cannot be pulverized by hand. Products which are not damaged can be removed without releasing dangerous...

Champix is the brand name that the prescription medication varenicline is sold under in the United Kingdom. Doctors commonly prescribe Champix to help patients quit smoking.

Play structures receive a lot of wear and tear, which can spread germs easily. This makes it important to find a solution that will clean and sanitize. Retail disinfectants and other cleaning...

Radiation is found in many objects and produced by others, including many types of computer monitors. Dr. Herbert L. Abrams, emeritus professor of radiology at Stanford University, states that...

Air pollution is a matter of global concern. Mostly invisible, pollutants in the air can cause serious health hazards and have a serious impact on the environment.

A tonic clonic seizure occurs when there is a sudden increase in the brain's electrical activity. The person having the seizure might lose control of their muscles during the seizure, or they...