Skiing, skating, snowboarding and sledding are great ways to stay active during the winter -- if you take proper safety precautions. These sports require planning and caution to avoid potentially serious injuries, according to the ...
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Virtual reality has been hyped as the next big thing for decades—and yet,it never seems to deliver.Despite the potential,particularly in the world of gaming,numerous attempts have left players dizzy with disappointment,and just plain ...
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Dakine’s new winter 2015 collection is designed to take you from the deep snow of the backcountry to vibrant urban landscapes. Each style is thoughtfully engineered with a fusion of essential features, proven quality and ...
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Dry skin is common during the winter and can lead to flaking, itching, cracking and even bleeding. But you can prevent and treat dry skin, an expert says. "It's tempting, especially in cold weather, to take long, hot showers," Dr. Stephen ...
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Exercising during the chilly winter months can keep you physically and emotionally healthier. But it's important to prepare for the changes in temperature. The Texas Heart Institute suggests these cold-weather exercise guidelines: ...
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A new study finds nearly one in four healthcare workers' hands were contaminated with Clostridium difficile spores after routine care of patients infected with the bacteria. The study was published in the January issue of Infection Control ...
If you exercise outdoors during the winter, be sure to do so safely, an expert says. The major concern for people who exercise in the cold is hypothermia, or too much heat loss, according to Dr. Cedric Bryant, chief science officer at the ...
If you see or smell mold in your home, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends these cleaning methods: Use a diluted bleach solution (no more than 1 cup bleach per gallon of water), soap and water or a commercial ...
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A dried-out tree or dangerous decorations pose significant fire and injury hazards to you and your family. To help ensure a safe holiday, follow these guidelines from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: Decorate your tree ...
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Nothing, it seems, makes the hand of Vernon Brejcha quiver. Not the heat from a furnace that burns a few thousand degrees, not the weight of a five-foot pole with a ball of fire attached to its end, and not even the frailty of a very, ...
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Sales of apparel and clothing accessories declined by 8.5 percent year-on-year to 119 billion yen at retail chain stores in Japan in November 2013, according to the data collected by the Japan Chain Stores Association from its 58 member ...
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It's tough to shop for techies. They already own everything with a plug or rechargeable battery. But fear not, a slew of unique technology gifts have hit the market just in time for Christmas. Here's a roundup of some of the season's most ...
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Retailers, including Marks & Spencer, Calvin Klein, H&M and Topshop, came to the agreement after horrific videos of the wool’s manufacturing process came to light two weeks ago, according to the Sunday Times. Angora wool is loved ...
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Armed with an Apple or Android smartphone, it is now possible for people to keep track of their weight, diet, exercise levels, stress levels, heart rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar. In addition, some of the latest smartphones ...
Ray Howarth,long term engineer at the Runcorn plant explains the ongoing success and improved levels of safety with the introduction of the company's Arc Flash Mitigation Programme InterGen is a global power generation company with plants ...
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