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How to Plan for a Terrorist Attack

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Sound extreme? Consider the full range of possible terrorist activities from both foreign and domestic sources, and it's reasonable to conclude that no location or person is completely safe in this post-9/11 era. The question, then, is what ... more »

How to Recognize Symptoms of a Blood Clot

By firefrog17

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Blood clots can be a serious life threatening condition. It is important to be able to recognize the signs. You could save your life or someone elses by knowing what to look for. Blood clots kill daily... more »

How to Sanitize a Public Toilet

By eHow Health Editor

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Using a public toilet when traveling can be a harrowing experience. Toilet seats are a haven for germs and disease, such as pubic lice, scabies, E. coli, staph and more. You should always try to sanitize a public toilet before using it. Though ... more »

How to Sell Plasma

By eHow Health Editor

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If you're looking to make some quick cash you can always donate your plasma, the clear yellowish fluid portion of the blood that transports water and nutrients to all the cells in the body and is used for transfusions to people who have suffered ... more »

How to tame the Dragon

By Chap

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Everybody knows that dragons are dangerous creatures. When provoked - or hungry - dragons are likely to spread their giant wings and take to the sky where they rain down fire on anyone in the vicinity. The knowledge of how to tame the dragon is ... more »

How to Understand BMI (Body Mass Index)

By w1z111

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Body Mass Index is a measurement which dates from the 1800's. In the 1980's it resurfaced when some experts decided that folks were letting themselves go into "obesity"... more »

How to Act After an Earthquake

By eHow Health Editor

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These guidelines follow the recommendations of Pacific Gas & Electric, the American Red Cross and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services... more »

How to Avoid drunk driving

By smilesatme1

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Drunk driving is getting bad in this country. If you cannot afford to drive after drinking with your friends, do not hit the road. Because you are not the only victims when the accidents will happen. Innocent people or even your own family and ... more »

How to build stamina?

By simssoul

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building stamina needs durability and agility, and controlling your mind for more durability at pressure point need stamina. Here are the steps to increase your stamina... more »

How to get in shape! (THE RIGHT WAY!)

By sportyguy

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This article is dedicated to all the people in the world that have been called the following: Fatty, Chubbs, Fatass, McDonald's, Greasy, 50% of McDonald's profit, or if you somehow own a membership card to McDonald's!.. more »

How to minimize getting germs on your hands in a public restroom

By reddawn

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Public bathrooms are very gross. But with a little thought, you can avoid contact with some of the nasty germs left behind (for men)... more »

How to obtain free medical Insurance coverage for children

By Chris N

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Health insurance programs are offered through the individual states, The types of programs and eligibility requirements vary. Some programs are provided through companies like Anthem Healthkeepers Blue Cross/Blue Shield. For example, FAMIS is ... more »

How to Protect Yourself Against Date Rape

By eHow Health Editor

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Women are more likely to be raped by someone they know than by a stranger... more »

How to Stop Global Warming

By Dan Allard

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Although one individual person may not be able to stop global warming, we can all contribute in making this world a cleaner and safer place. Here's some steps you can take to do your part... more »

How to Stop Smoking

By Marivell Alicea

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Smoking is not only bad for your health. It makes your clothes stink, your teeth yellow and projects an offensive smell or odor... more »

How to Fight an Ebola Outbreak

By eHow Health Editor

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Medical professionals know that disease outbreaks, like earthquakes, are not a question of if but when--so it only makes sense to plan ahead. One minute you could be enjoying an exotic vacation, and the next, you could be acting as point person ... more »

How to Lower the Income Tax

By Chuck Marean

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Consider money to be a product, like a doll. The government uses it to barter for things such as not polluting the sidewalk... more »

How to make someone take his medicine

By louieleister

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Having difficulties letting your son/daughter/father/mother take his/her medicine? Don't worry, the solution is so easy... more »

How to Prevent Head Lice

By eHow Health Editor

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Head lice are small parasites that live on human heads. They feed off tiny amounts of blood from the scalp. Lice attach their eggs to individual hair shafts, where they can ride safely until it is time to hatch. Then they begin the growth cycle ... more »

How to Always remember to wear a mask over your face when doing these things

By Maryann08

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Just remember for your safety reasons and health to... more »

How to Be Aware of Antibiotic Resistant Diseases

By eHow Health Editor

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Antibiotic resistant infections are becoming more prevalent, possibly due to the overuse of antibiotic drugs in humans and in animals. Antibiotic resistance is most likely unavoidable, but some actions may slow it down, such as using antibiotics ... more »

How to Choose A Safe Deodorant

By HealthNut

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Almost all deodorants on the market today contain tricloson and/or aluminum. Both of these chemicals have been linked to major health problems; Triclosan is known to cause cancer in and aluminum has been linked to Alzheimer's disease. In ... more »

How to Enhance Your Sense of Hearing

By UHFTycoon

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Many people seek to enhance their senses for a variety of different reasons. Enhancing your senses improves your perception and awareness. Try this simple exercise to enhance your sense of hearing... more »

How to Find a Free Health Clinic

By eHow Health Editor

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Healthcare centers are obligated to treat those individuals that live below the poverty line, whether they can pay for the care or not. Congress passed a law in 1946 providing hospitals, nursing homes and similar sites with grants and loans for ... more »

How to get CPR Certified for Free

By Simone Hardy

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If you've ever wanted to learn how to get CPR certified for free keep reading.. more »

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