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How to get rid of dust mites

By pianistic

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Beds are a prime habitat (where 1/3 of life occurs). A typical used mattress may have anywhere from 100,000 to 10 million mites inside. (Ten percent of the weight of a two year old pillow can be composed of dead mites and their droppings.) Mites ... more »

How to get rid of heartburn, acid reflux

By april ort

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This article will explain how to temporarily relieve heartburn or acid reflux... more »

How to Get Your Prescriptions Filled Faster

By Camille Platt

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Getting your prescriptions filled faster is not always your safest option. While you don’t want to wait in line for your medications--especially when you’re feeling ill--you do want pharmacy staff to be confident they are giving you both the ... more »

How to Give an Enema

By eHow Health Editor

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An enema is typically used to relieve constipation, and should be used as a last resort. Some people also use enemas as a preventative measure, to cleanse toxins from the colon... more »

How to Give up Soda Pop

By MidniteWriter

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Looking for a quick way to save 200 or more calories per day? Want to improve your diet, lose weight gradually or give up sugar? Giving up soda pop can help improve your quality of life, though you may not notice changes right away. These tips ... more »

How to Give Yourself Time-out

By KylaJayne

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How often do we run around meeting the needs of other people - the kids, the husband, the parents, the friends, the strangers, yet we forget to look after our own self. Here are some tips to remind you to remember you. For, if you are run down ... more »

How to Identify Diphtheria Vaccine Side Effects

By eHow Health Editor

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Diphtheria is a disease that causes obstruction of the airway, pneumonia, paralysis, and heart failure that can lead to death. It starts as a sore throat and escalates. It is usually prevented through childhood vaccines such as DTaP. It is ... more »

How to Improve Posture

By eHow Health Editor

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The vertebral bones in the spine are supported by numerous muscles throughout the neck and back, and if these muscles become too weak or strong, they can pull the spine out of alignment. Good posture can keep the spine aligned and healthy. Here's ... more »

How to Increase Brain Power

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There are many ways to boost brain power, including eating certain foods. For example, the flavanols in cocoa can stimulate the brain. Dark chocolate, milk chocolate and carob affect concentration, response time and recall as well as boost blood ... more »

How to Install A Simple Pulley Clothesline

By w1z111

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Installing a simple pulley-line is not that difficult to accomplish, and the benefits are well worth the "moderate challenge"... more »

How to Jog Your Memory

By eHow Health Editor

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The busier life becomes, the easier it is to forget names, numbers and important dates. These mnemonic tricks can help you out... more »

How to Know if You Have Diabetes

By Heidi

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If you are looking for information about diabetes, you are probably suspicious that you or someone you know might have it. The following article highlights a few classic symptoms but are in no way a sure diagnosis. Obviously, your doctor will be ... more »

How to Know Someone is Dizzy, not Drunk

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You see a person who is having trouble standing. He's staggering and appears disoriented. You think he must be drunk, but that might not be the case. The poor guy could be having a dizzy spell. Here's how to know the difference... more »

How to Live Life and Be Happy

By eHow Health Editor

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It would be nice if the U.S. Constitution guaranteed happiness, but it just allows you to run around pursuing happiness without giving directions on how to find it. Ultimately, of course, happiness is an inside job. Jump in with both feet and map ... more »

How to Live With Food Allergies

By GreenMomma

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If you've been living with allergies or your son or daughter has recently been afflicted with allergies, here are some tips that may help you... more »

How to locate SEX OFFENDERS in your neighborhood

By AngelHeart

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Moving to a new neighborhood, not sure about a creepy neighbor? Log onto this site and check it out for yourself, YOU NEVER KNOW! I found a sex offender living next door to a friend of mine, her 2 young DAUGHTERS play with his kids ALL THE TIME!.. more »

How to Lose Weight

By John Huguley

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How to Lose Weight? Most people want to lose some amount of weight. While there are a wide array of diet pills and diet programs out there they are not always safe or cost efficiant... more »

How to Make a Mini First Aid Kit

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Make a small, personal-sized mini first aid kit for your children. Pack it into their backpacks or school locker to help ensure that they're ready for little emergencies while away from home. A mini first aid kit is an easy-to-assemble and fun ... more »

How to Make Big Personal Decisions

By DebbieBarr

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Life is full of big decisions. Should you take the job or wait for a better offer? Should you buy a new car or keep fixing the one you have now? Should you adopt a child? Get a dog? Take out a loan? Have the surgery now or put it off until later? ... more »

How to Minimize Spider Veins

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Spider veins, or telangiectasias, are red or blue colored veins that are enlarged near the surface of the skin. Normally a few millimeters in size, these spider veins occur primarily on the face and legs, but can appear anywhere on the body. ... more »

How to motivate someone to quit smoking (without them resenting you)

By MacGyverKnows

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Tired of kissing an ashtray? Tired of smelling smoke on your loved ones? Want to motivate them to quit smoking without them resenting you? This how-to article will demonstrate proven motivation techniques to encourage and motivate someone to kick ... more »

How to MRSA: Avoid Staph Infection in the Gym

By Bobbi Miller

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One can contract MRSA through the shared use of towels, razors, gym equipment and showers. Here are some tips for avoiding staph infection in the gym... more »

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

By DrJewell

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Many cases of carbon monoxide poisoning could have been prevent if people had acquired and educated themselves in the safety measures and basic knowledge of the signs and symptoms of this lethal and deadly silent killer. This article will give ... more »

How to Prevent Rosacea Flushing and Redness

By sugaredup

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Rosacea is a skin condition in which blood vessels in the face tend to widen, engorge with blood and can turn your face as red as a candy apple. No one really knows what causes Rosacea, and it is a chronic condition that comes and goes. ... more »

How to Prevent Sunburn, Skin Cancer and Premature Skin Wrinkling

By ChristiB

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There is more to preventing sunburn and skin cancer than many people know, as well as avoiding premature wrinkling of the skin. It's not just about wearing sunblock and avoiding sun rays during peak hours of the day. It's an art..... more »

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