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How to Properly Remove a Toilet Seat Cover from its Receptacle

By sethywethy

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Learn how to guard yourself from unwanted germs and unidentified diseases!.. more »

How to Properly Remove Rubber Gloves

By eHow Health Editor

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Wearing rubber gloves helps to prevent contamination and the spread of disease. It is important to know how to properly remove the rubber gloves to keep contaminants sealed inside the gloves and off your hands. Follow these steps to safely remove ... more »

How to Properly Toss Leftover Medications

By favefive

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In an effort to ensure the public awareness and prevent environmental hazards brought about by disposing leftover medications, the government is implementing guidelines on the proper ways to do so. Read on to learn more... more »

How to Protect Yourself at any Age Seinor Citizens

By guardtoday

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Its time to protect our Seinor Citizens. Lets all be on the lookout for our neighbars that are elderly. Some day you will be their. Stop over and make sure they are ok. Check on them once a week. Print this out and give it to them. We can work ... more »

How to Protect Yourself From Food Poisoning

By TheSeeker

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This article shows seventeen things you can do to protect yourself from food poisoning.. more »

How to Protect Yourself if your Wallet is Stolen and Other Security Measures

By Ursula Anderson

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I recieved an email from a friend with advice from an anonymous attorney about how to protect oneself from the worst aspects of losing one's wallet, along with other good ideas for identity security. The advice was so good, I felt that it would ... more »

How to Quit Smoking

By eHow Health Editor

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You've probably heard all the reasons 'why' - now check out the 'hows' of quitting, based on the recommendations of the American Cancer Society... more »

How to Quit Smoking By Taking a Vacation

By eHow Health Editor

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There are two problems for smokers who want to quit: the addiction and the habit. The addiction can be treated with nicotine patches, nicotine gum, antidepressants and other methods. The habit--having a cigarette after meals, taking smoke breaks ... more »

How to Raise Breast Cancer Awareness

By katotmt25

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Breast cancer has likely touched someone in your six degrees of separation. By now we know what it is and what it does, and we know there are survivors and non-survivors. The question is: What are you willing to do about it? The fight against ... more »

How to Reach Out to the Elderly in Your Community

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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If you have a little time to spare, consider spending some of it with senior citizens in your community. You may be able to make a big difference in someone's life just by giving an hour or so each week... more »

How to Recognize Dangerous Body Language

By David Kingsbury

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It’s becoming all too common to see the evening news bulge with stories of violence and criminal offence. Everyday, people become victims of muggings, assaults or worse. However, you may be able to spot the warning signs that can identify a ... more »

How to Recognize Food Poisoning

By DrJewell

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Food poisoning can be life-threatening if not recognised early and treated properly. This article will teach you how to see tell-tale signs and symptoms of food poisoning caused by common bacteria like Escherichia coli, Shigella, Salmonella, and ... more »

How to Recognize Signs of a Stroke

By eHow Health Editor

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A stroke affects the brain, with recognizable symptoms lasting for a couple of minutes or for many hours. These guidelines follow the recommendations of the American Heart Association... more »

How to Recycle and Reuse Popsicle Sticks with Crafts, Games, Activities, and Other Uses

By Kristina N

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When hot days require cooling down with frozen popsicle, you can easily have an abundance of popsicle sticks. There are many creative crafts, games and activities that you can use them for. Don't throw them away and have fun recycling... more »

How to Recycle Rechargeable Batteries

By rkayne

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How do you recycle rechargeable batteries? This is very easy to do!.. more »

How to reduce eye strain while on the computer.

By 3Amy Jaine

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Have you been at the computer for hours? Is your eyes starting to strain? What can you do to protect your eye's, you say. Keep reading and I will tell you... more »

How to Reduce Ground Level Ozone

By CTroxell

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Ozone gas is an important part of Earth's atmosphere, providing essential protection from the sun's ultraviolet rays. At close ranges, though, this same gas is harmful to our environment and health. There are many practical steps everyone can ... more »

How to Reduce Outdoor Pollution

By eHow Health Editor

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Outdoor air quality affects everyone. The smog in cities testifies to the increasing air pollution Americans face. Outdoor pollution causes health problems, in particular attacking the lungs and heart. The air you breathe is important. Find out ... more »

How to Register to Vote in Texas

By eHow Health Editor

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Registering to vote is a straightforward process in Texas. It doesn't even require a stamp! Official applications to register to vote are postage-paid by the State of Texas. You must be at least 17 years and 10 months of age on the date you ... more »

How to Remove a Fishhook

By eHow Health Editor

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If you do much fishing, sooner or later you're apt to hook something other than a fish - like your hand, back or thigh. Learn the right way to remove a fishhook to reduce pain and limit damage to your skin... more »

How to Resuscitate an Unconscious Person

By Tom Morgan

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When performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), remember your ABCs: Check the airway first for obstructions, then check for breathing and finally for circulation... more »

How to Roll With a Punch

By eHow Health Editor

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Everyone wants to know how to block evade an oncoming fist, but what do you do when a knuckle sandwich will inevitably hit its intended target? Learning to take a punch and recover quickly could be the difference between one black eye and a ... more »

How to Safely Move a Patient or Loved One in a Wheelchair.

By Treciagayle

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Moving a patient or loved one in a wheelchair is a very serious endeavor, and not something to take lightly. Anytime you are taking responsibility for another person, you must be extra careful. This article will assist you to do the task as ... more »

How to Save a Life

By wendyr

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Wouldn't it be nice if you could help save someone's life? It may seem like an opportunity that might not happen to you... being in the right place at the right time, etc., but there are ways you can save the lives of people right now... more »

How to See The Effects of Soda Pop And Artificial Sweeteners

By MIHealthCoach

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Many people are addicted to diet soft drinks, and know that they should stop drinking it due to recent studies that demonstrate devastating health risks. Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. . . ... more »