Sore throats are basically caused by a viral or bacterial infection. The cold and the flu are both viruses. The sore throats that are caused by these usually go away within a few days on their own and since they are viral, antibiotics are not effective against them. Bacterial infections that cause sore throats are the exact opposite and actually […]
Ergonomics in the workplace: do they work?
One of the main solutions that have evolved to treat carpal tunnel syndrome and other similar injuries caused by constant repetition in the workplace is ergonomics and ergonomic products. These two things are combinations of exercises, stretches, and specialized equipment that help prevent and decrease pain from serious injuries, the most well-known of which is carpal tunnel syndrome. This article […]
Review of ‘Invent your own computer games with Python’ by Al Sweigart
Today, there are few books that fulfill the function of teaching programming, in addition to providing fun, especially for children. Al’s book works for both. This book is basically about making games with python, but it also serves as an ‘ice breaker’ for those who think programming is only for ‘PC geeks’. According to Al, ‘Programming is not difficult. But […]
Valentine’s Day for your ex girlfriend. A good idea?
Is it a good idea to send valentines to your ex girlfriend? This is a question you might want to think about a lot before doing it. If you’re still in love with your ex girlfriend, it might not be a bad idea and it could possibly start a new relationship between you and her. On the other hand, if […]
When In Italy – Twenty essential things to do
Sitting around the table one evening, after a few bottles of Chianti with some old friends, most of whom had spent time as European tour guides and backpackers, I asked them to name the best thing to see or do while in Italy. There was a lot of loud discussion as some tried to praise the less obvious things over […]
Distance – Cold Turkey Duel on Thanksgiving
“He’s gone.” The words came to my cell phone with a firmness that hit the back of my throat. It was Thanksgiving and my older brother, the fast-talking bodybuilder, the guy with the quick wit, the family man who always laughed, had left us. After contracting the short straw and type 1 diabetes at age 11, he beat the odds […]
Older children, bedwetting and diaper changing
I had covered this topic briefly in a previous post on the Health Central Network. This topic concerns me and that is why I felt it needed to be dealt with in more depth. On this website and others, I have read about parents and babysitters changing diapers for older children with bedwetting problems. Some of these children are 9 […]
Tips for massaging babies who don’t like being massaged
My goal is to create happy babies through massage, but of course not all babies lie down and coo while you lovingly practice infant massage techniques on them. Having taught classes and taught hundreds of parents and babies, it’s not uncommon for babies to howl in outrage at the first sign of massage, and the worst thing you can do […]
Epstein Barr Treatment: 7 Common Mistakes People Make When Recovering From Epstein Barr Virus
There are 7 common mistakes people make when treating the Epstein Barr virus that causes mononucleosis or glandular fever. These mistakes can delay your recovery and, in some cases, lead to secondary infections such as strep throat, pneumonia, sinusitis, or chronic fatigue syndrome. Let’s take a look at each of these errors in more detail: Mistake 1 – Not resting […]
How to Kill Stink Bugs in Homes That Have Window Air Conditioning Units
Stink bugs are notorious for their persistence when it comes to trying to get into your home during the fall months. 1. Stink bugs want to come into the house during the winter. Have you noticed that the peak season for stink bug infestation problems within domestic homes in North America is during the early fall? This is not by […]