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Sam Jones is one of the most well known writer for various magazines based on fashion, pharmacy and lifestyle and also writes for various blogs. His writings have been appreciated by several readers all around the world, for the excellent point to point information gives in his writings. Find us on Google+

Kids respond better to swine flu vaccine

Kids respond better to swine flu vaccine
In the first study of the two H1N1 vaccines used in the UK during the recent pandemic it was found that the split H1N1 virus vaccine induced higher immune response rates in young children, but was linked with more reactions than the whole virus vaccine. According to the researchers, the data provides essential data to guide immunization policy in influenza pandemic. Young children experienced pandemic A (H1N1) infections four times as compared to... 

Swine Flu: How to take care of yourself?

Swine Flu: How to take care of yourself?
Will some who takes care of you also catch swine flu? If you are very weak and unable to take care of yourself at home, ask a friend or relative to help you with the chores. They co collect medicines and groceries for you, restock your prescriptions, help with basic household tasks, such as cooking, and generally stay around you. If the person maintains distance from you wherever possible the chances of spreading the infection would be reduced. Both... 

Eat Smart at Work and Stay Healthy

Eat Smart at Work and Stay Healthy
So you are working women and juggling between job, children and managing your home. That’s quite task; and in the middle of all this you don’t find enough time to look after your health. And to top all this, it becomes easy to adopt bad eating habits in your office environment. We eat everything our colleague offers, we eat at our desk and even run out to the nearest fast food joint. These poor eating habits result unavoidable weight gain. So... 

Who is at highest risk from H1N1 swine flu?

Who is at highest risk from H1N1 swine flu?
After studying the cases of individuals affected by swine flu, doctors came across groups that are more susceptible to the disease. While most people are curious about the causes, precautions to be taken and symptoms of the viral infection, it is also essential to learn whether you fall within a group that is at an increased risk. Some individuals are also at a higher risk of complications if they catch swine flu. They need to start taking antivirals... 

10 quick tips to loose fat

10 quick tips to loose fat
Looking good is every woman’s birth right. You love your body and want to keep it fit and beautiful. Who loves that bulgy waistline? But you can’t always be sixteen and life gets stressful once you start working and have a family to look after. But that is no excuse to look fat and ugly. Loosing those extra pounds needs determination more than anything else. So get moving now. Here is a wonderful quick guide to weight loss for women who want to... 

Swine Flu: Dos and Don’ts

Swine Flu: Dos and Don'ts
Swine flu made headlines across the globe when cases were reported in the spring of 2009. However, now things have changed as the swine flu vaccine is easily available. The treatment is also possible with antiviral drugs like Tamiflu and Relenza. Let’s take a look at the a few things you should avoid to stay away from swine flu. • Stay at home if you have flu like symptoms: Unless you need medical care, avoid going out. Do not go to work, schools... 

Quit Smoking: Benefits and Tips to Stay Healthy

Quit Smoking: Benefits and Tips to Stay Healthy
Researchers have observed that following taking up exercise while trying to quit smoking is extremely beneficial. Physical activities increase your chances of being a successful quitter. If you are a beginner and have not been exercising regularly, you don’t need to get nervous about the strenuous physical activity. Even a five minute walk or moderate stretches would be helpful. More intense and longer exercise sessions aren’t necessary but... 

Important things to do to prevent swine flu infection

Important things to do to prevent swine flu infection
It is an old saying that –Prevention is better than cure. Let us look at a few simple steps you could take to prevent swine flu. They are very easy to follow while maintaining your daily life, and would go a long way in keeping you away from the pandemic flu. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises people to follow these steps: •  Make sure that you wash your hands regularly, especially after coughing or sneezing. Rinse thoroughly... 

How to quit smoking without gaining the pounds?

How to quit smoking without gaining the pounds?
It is fairly common to gain weight upon quitting smoking. This only adds to the stress when you are already undergoing physical and psychological changes associated with quitting. So are you also postponing giving up cigarettes due to this reason? Though, a majority of quitters pile up the pounds there are also those who do not gain too much weight upon quitting. Understanding the reason of weight gain and it will give you better insight into tackling... 

Mind what you eat when quitting smoking

Mind what you eat when quitting smoking
Want to quit smoking? Are you worried about the pounds that you will pile on in the meantime? Just change your food habits a bit, and you are on your way to good health. Considering your diet, when quitting smoking is extremely essential, as the body needs to flush out the toxic nicotine. Read on for some information on diet tips which would be helpful in the process. Remind yourself that even if you gain some pounds during quitting, it is much healthier... 

Hair loss: Major signs and symptoms

Hair loss: Major signs and symptoms
Are you suffering from hair loss or worried about your daily hair loss? Of course losing hair is the major symptom of hair loss, but there can be a variety of signs and symptoms for hair loss. Some of them can be treated. Let’s take a look at the description of different types of hair loss and the possible diagnosis. Most of the hair loss occurs as hair thinning; you find not notice too much hair falling out, or hair shedding, with clumps of hair... 

Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin – Part II

Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin - Part II
While you guys are following the advice in the previous blog there is more information coming your way. Do not worry you are not going to be bombarded with tips which are difficult to follow. Diet Recommendations: • Clean your kitchen cabinets and replace fried and processed food with foods rich in vitamins. Carrots contain a high content of vitamin A. The more carotenoids they contain the deeper orange they look. Get your daily dose of vitamin... 

Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin – Part I

Skin Care Routine For Dry Skin - Part I
The skin feels dry and itchy if the sebaceous glands secrete less oil than required. The inability of the skin to retain moisture causes the skin to chap, flake and feel tight. It is usually sensitive and prone to wrinkles. Does your dry skin also look dull around the eyes and cheeks? Then you need to take extra care to make your skin look and feel supple and beautiful.  Causes of Dry Skin: Finding the causes would be a step towards finding the... 

Skin Care For Oily Skin – Part I

Skin Care For Oily Skin – Part I
Does your skin feel greasy throughout the day in spite of the number of times you wash it? Having an oily skin can be a pain most of the times. The excess oil due to the sebaceous glands being overactive makes the skin appear dull. The coarseness of the skin also makes it a difficult skin type.  This makes the skin more prone to pimples, blackheads and blemishes. Now that you know you have that annoying oily skin, wouldn’t you want to find the... 

Know You Personal Skin Type

 Know You Personal Skin Type
In an age where we are all judged by how we look, we all take great care to put our best foot forward. Right from our body language to our appearance we concentrate on each aspect. Though earlier only women focused on skin care, now even the new age man is getting all the information he can on that topic. Possessing a great skin reduces the efforts needed to look great. The skin type is determined by your genes, so I guess the ones with a supple skin...