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How to Blend in With the Dark

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You may have been in a crowd at some time or some place that made you uncomfortable and feel like you didn't belong. There are times at night that it is better to blend in with the dark than to have strangers see you alone, like if you are a ... more »

How to Build Causeways Out of Dry Stone

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In many areas of the world where money doesn't flow easily people build causeways out of dry stone and natural materials to supply ready access to areas that may not otherwise be accessible during wet or rainy periods. It's cheaper and faster to ... more »

How to Build Your Own First Aid Kit

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Your first aid kit can be small or large. A small one could contain the minimum: band aids, ointment and antiseptic. A larger one could have everything from band aids to a blood pressure cuff. You should create one for your car as well as your ... more »

How to Buy Mace

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Mace and pepper spray are used interchangeably when referring to the aerosol self defense spray. The active chemical is oleoresin capsicum. When spayed it irritates the eyes, skin and lungs and makes breathing difficult. It's a good means of self ... more »

How to Check the Health Quality of Your Hotel Room

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When you leave home to stay in a hotel, it should meet all of your health expectations and then some. It is important to check into the health quality of your hotel room by doing some research online or calling the hotel. Here are some tips on ... more »

How to Choose the Right Self Defense Course

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Before you invest in a self defense course, you need to understand that there’s a huge difference between the fantasy of martial arts movies and the reality of street combat. Attackers will not fight fair or pull their punches and abide by any ... more »

How to Choose the Right Windshield Wipers

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Windshield wipers are lightweight and inexpensive, so many car owners naturally assume they are a foolproof purchase. In fact, older blades or blades not designed for your typical driving conditions can lead to significantly impaired visibility. ... more »

How to Choose Tires for Driving in the Rain

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Driving in the rain is something most of us have to deal with at one time or another. If you live in an area known for its stormy weather, however, you must be prepared for the fact that wet conditions will be the rule, not the exception. ... more »

How to Commute to Work on Your Bike

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No one likes driving to work, getting stuck in traffic and having to sit in your car amid all the smog. You always thought about riding your bike, but never knew how... more »

How to disarm an attacker

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The most common threat of attacks in the US are knives and baseball bats. Here is how to disarm someone in these cases... more »

How to Drive in Tucson Without Crashing

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As notoriously horrible as New York or New Jersey drivers are, you haven’t seen horrible driving until you’ve lived in Tucson, Arizona. The only way to survive it without a collision is to have high expectations: always expect the worst. You can ... more »

How to Fight off a Rapist

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The purpose of this article is to help a woman fight off an attacker and avoid being raped.Most articles on rape prevention say a woman should fight off her attacker however they don't explain exactly how... more »

How to Find a Lost Person in the Wilderness

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Theoretically you should not get separated from your pals when you're out in the woods. But life isn't always a stroll in the civilized park down the street--and we have to hunt for our friends in the forest. Here's how..... more »

How to Fly Healthy

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Plane travel can make people nervous not only because of a fear of flying, but also because of health risks. Confined to close quarters with a large number of people, with inevitable climate, altitude and environmental changes when you fly, you ... more »

How to Get a Street Light Fixed in the Carolinas

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Like all lights, eventually street lights burn out or break. To get a street light fixed you need to first report an outage. All electrical power companies in the Carolinas provide a phone number, website or both to report the location of the ... more »

How to Get Away When Being Chased on Foot

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Being chased on foot is a bloodcurdling, adrenaline-pumping and generally terrifying affair. Chance are that if you're being chased on foot you really need to get away from the person chasing you. Follow these steps to run intelligently so you ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Afghanistan

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Traveling to Afghanistan poses some health and security risks for Americans. Both a passport and valid visa are required for civilians to gain entry into Afghanistan. Well-equipped medical facilities are not readily available in the country. ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Fiji

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With over 300 islands, Fiji is a diver's paradise as well as a hot honeymooner's destination. Miles of white-sand beaches and coral reefs make Fiji a vacation paradise. There are no health risks you need to be concerned about. Just make sure you ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Iraq

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Traveling to Iraq poses some health and security risks for Americans. Contact the Iraqi embassy in Washington D.C. to obtain an Iraqi visa. Both a passport and valid visa are required for civilians to gain entry into Iraq. You may not be able to ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Madagascar

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Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, sits in the Indian Ocean off the African coast. Mostly covered by mountains and rainforest, it is the home of unique species including the lemur. Medical facilities are limited and most likely ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Nepal

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Nepal and its capital, Kathmandu, are nestled high in the Himalayan peaks. It might take you a while to adjust to the cultural shock and thin air. Whether it's temples you seek or a trek through the highest mountains on earth, it's best to plan a ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Peru

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Travel to Peru poses some health risks and you should take the necessary precautions before you go, including getting the recommended immunizations. Travelers visiting Lima and coastal or highland tourist areas should not be concerned about ... more »

How to Get Immunizations Needed Before Traveling to China

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The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Yangtze River and, of course, the pandas are all reasons to visit China. Or perhaps you are one of the many Americans making the journey to adopt a baby girl. The health risks in China are low, aside from ... more »

How to Get Immunizations Needed Before Traveling to Egypt

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Egypt has much to offer visitors interested in exploring the remains of an ancient civilization. The pyramids, Nile are Biblical landmarks some of the many sights to see. Egypt is unbearably hot in summer, so it's best to choose another time of ... more »

How to Get Immunizations Needed Before Traveling to Panama

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Of course there's the canal, which takes 8 hours to pass through and represents an engineering marvel. Panama is a Spanish-speaking country; however, many Panamanians also speak English. If you are traveling outside of Panama City, medical help ... more »

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