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EFFECTIVE HOME REMEDIES FOR CHEST CONGESTION

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EFFECTIVE HOME REMEDIES FOR CHEST CONGESTION  Chest congestion   usually refers to the inflammation of the respiratory tract of the respiratory system. This causes difficulty in breathing and excess mucus deposit is the main cause of chest congestion. If there is great difficulty in breathing then you need to consult a doctor, however, there are some  home remedies for chest congestion   are listed below which if followed can provide relief. Home Remedies for Chest Congestion 1. Lemon If the chest congestion is caused due to   acute cold ,  then lemon is beneficial as it inhibits the growth of mucus forming bacteria. Take the lemon peel and dry it in the sun. Now add dried peels to a glass of hot water and let it steep for 2-3 minutes. Strain the liquid and consume it several times to get relief from chest congestion. This liquid can also be used for gargling at least 2 times in a day for best result. 2. Ginger Ginger  is b...

5 GOLDEN RULES IN CARE OF HIV

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Act Against AIDS Get In Care Recommend on Facebo Tw Getting into care and on treatment will help you learn more about HIV and make decisions to take care of your health. HIV care and treatment not only help you live longer, but they can help you live well. HIV 101  - You can live well with HIV. Many resources and support programs are available to help you make decisions and take actions to live a longer and healthier life. Understanding certain terms—like HIV, AIDS, and antiretroviral therapy (ART)—will help you take the first steps in managing your HIV. Locate an HIV Provider Near You  - Once you receive a diagnosis of HIV, the most important next step is to get into medical care. Take Care Of Yourself  - Medical care and staying on treatment will help you manage your HIV effectively and make decisions that can keep you healthy for many years. Protect Others  - If you are living with HIV, it’s importan...

OCCULAR SYPHILIS.

Ocular syphilis is a serious manifestation of syphilis. This report is the first evaluating suspected ocular syphilis across multiple jurisdictions in the United States. Although there is no national reporting of ocular manifestations, eight jurisdictions reviewed their syphilis surveillance data to identify cases with ocular manifestations in 2014 and 2015. Ocular manifestations were present in 0.60% of all reported syphilis cases, ranging by jurisdiction from 0.17% to 3.9%. In most jurisdictions, the percentage was similar to data from a study in England that estimated ocular syphilis affected approximately 0.6% of early syphilis cases from 2009 to 2010. Five of the seven jurisdictions that reviewed cases in both years described an increase in suspected ocular syphilis cases in 2014 and 2015. In addition, after the clinical advisory, CDC was notified of suspected ocular syphilis cases from 20 states. The number of cases with ocular syphilis detected in 2014 and 2015 in the United St...

A SLEEP WITH BRA : HEALTH CONSEQUENCES BY OMOLOLA ADAMS OLATAYO.

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                                       A SLEEP WITH BRA Omolola Adams Olatayo. Public Health Expertise The desire to simply fall into bed without removing your bra after a long night is nearly irresistible to every woman. In addition, there is the myth that wearing a bra to bed will make your breasts perkier. Regardless of how much you hear about the detrimental effects of wearing a bra all day and night, the temptation is always there. Nevertheless, taking an extra minute to remove it will make a significant difference on your health in more ways than one. Wear A Bra While Sleeping Once educated on the ramifications of skipping it altogether, it will likely be the first thing you think about before turning off the lights. It should be stated that an ill-fitting bra is the main cause of trouble, but the majority of women are wearing bras that are too tight, therefore causing t...