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  • Can over working a muscle fail to show results such as mass or definition?

    Diet & Fitness - 14 hours ago

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    I'm just wondering because i went to the gym today, did back and biceps. and for biceps i did 3 sets of 8 reps standing curls, 3 sets of 8 reps preacher hammer curls, seated curls, 3 sets 8 reps, than i did preacher curls 3 sets 8 reps than finally i did normal hammer curls. also 3 sets of 8 reps. was that over doing it? and can overdoing it fail to gain muscle mass/definition? Okay, yes I was seriously asking. I weigh 132 lbs, I'm 15. I was using, 35's at first and I went as low as 20's for some things. And my calorie intake was pretty good today, I had a protein shake after my workout too.

  • Did i just have a heart attack?

    Other - Health - 18 hours ago

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    out of nowhere, my heart gave 2 very sudden, fast and hard beats. Immediately after i felt the blood rush within, and i felt extremely nervous. If not, then what could this be? thanks in advance

  • what factors can cause weight gain?

    Diet & Fitness - 19 hours ago

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    i know that overeating can cause weight gain..but what else can cause this? ty for your help and advice

  • Wisdom tooth erupting and hurting as heck. Is that normal?

    Dental - 20 hours ago

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    One of my lower wisdom teeth, which have started erupting a while ago is suddenly hurting a lot. The gum around that tooth is sore and swollen. I don't think it is impacted because I had a dental x-ray done a couple years ago and was told that all 4 of my wisdom teeth are growing straight so it isn't necessary to remove them. I also had 4 of my normal back teeth pulled out for braces when I was young so the wisdom teeth have got space to grow. I'm not sure what is causing the pain but I've been told that the pain may be normal during the eruption of wisdom teeth. Will the pain go away after a while? What other reasons apart from impacted teeth can cause such pain? I have my finals coming up in less than a week so I won't be able to go to the dentist and end up with sore cheeks unless it's something persistent and serious. Thanks! That really helped. At least I don't have to worry about getting my tooth removed for the time being. As for taking ibuprofen, is there a recommended dose for this infection in particular?

  • Hi. So I have been going to the gym 4x a week and have been eating excellent.Soup,salad,lean meats etc.?

    Diet & Fitness - 20 hours ago

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    I also do 2 classes for 40 Min's each. Usually spinning,core or step and core. I am 5'9 and weighed 186lbs when I began 4 weeks ago. I now weigh 179 which is good yet I have completely changed my lifestyle. How can I kick it up a notch. Getting frustrated but not going to quit. My second daughter is 2 1/2 and this weight is coming off dammit! P.S. Getting married in May in Mexico so need to be bikini ready! Thanks ahead for all positive and encouraging answers :)

  • Abnormal Pap test results, Anyone have the same experience?

    Women's Health - 23 hours ago

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    My doctor called me yesterday to tell me that my pap test came back, I've had pap tests every 6 months for the past 3 years but didn't make it to my last test in April because I was out of the province, so I went last month. Theres been abnormal cells on all my other tests but now my doctor is sending me to a Gyno because he said that their concerned about the Squamous Cells, I was kinda too nervous to ask questions but he did mention a test that I'm going to have to have he said its like a pap test but with mircoscopes! I have no idea what any of this is, never been to a Gyno, and never heard about half this stuff! Has anyone already been through the same experience? I have no clue when my apt is, just waiting for them to call but it could be a couple months.......I'm 25 years old, with a 3 year old and pretty stressed out right now, I know it doesn't help to stress and my husband tells me not to worry about it but I can't help it, I just need to know stuff! Does anyone know what is gonna go on now? The doctor mentioned a test called a Colopscopy, something about a pap test with a microscope....... My family doctor does alot of the stuff a gyno does, where I live you dont go to a gyno unless referred, My doctor does Pap Tests, delivers babies, and takes care of u while your pregnant right up to delivery.

  • WTF?! im worried...............?

    Skin Conditions - 1 day ago

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    Ok, so my best girlfriend has this huge ass lump on he pinky finger, and we don't know what it is !!?.. it's looks like it has pus in it, but it's not a pimple.. and it's big.. and it's under the skin, i have the same thing on my wrist.. maybe a calcium build up? idk! what is it?

  • Do you think my weight is normal for my size ?

    Women's Health - 1 day ago

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    I'm 16 (almost 17) and very short -- about 5 feet... my weight is 99.8 lbs. how am i doing??? BQ: should i gain weight, lose weight, or stay the same?

  • What are the chances? Masturbation question.?

    Women's Health - 1 day ago

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    Hey everyone! I've started to masturbate, though I've never actually reached climax. However, I heard that some women faint because they've climaxed! How often is this the case? Should I stop, and possibly avoid a very embarrassing encounter?

  • how do u get facial herpes?

    STDs - 1 day ago

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Medicine Cabinet Must-haves

Print our handy online checklist and take it to the pharmacy to stock up on essentials

By Michele Holcomb
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These over-the-counter remedies help you respond immediately to an illness or minor accident at home. For more serious symptoms, contact your family doctor, go to the nearest hospital or call 911.

Practise prevention

• Drugs decompose quicker when exposed to moisture and heat, so don’t store them in a bathroom and keep them away from direct light.
• Keep all medications out of the reach of curious little hands, and always check with your health practitioner before administering medication to a child.
• At least once a year go through your medicine cabinet and remove medications that are old (have changed colour, smell or taste), that you no longer take or are past their expiration date.
• Do not flush medication down the toilet, pour down the sink or throw in the garbage. Most pharmacies and municipalities offerenvironmentally-friendlydrug disposal programs.

Ingested medications

• Acetaminophen (pain reliever/treats fever)
• Acetylsalicylic acid – a.k.a. Aspirin (anti-inflammatory/pain reliever/treats fever)
• Antihistamine (treats allergies)
• Calcium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide (treats heartburn)
• Children’s vitamins and adult multivitamins
• Cough suppressant syrup (not suitablefor children under 6 years of age)
• Decongestant – pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine (treats colds and flu) (not suitablefor children under 6 years of age)
• Dimenhydrinate (prevents nausea/motion sickness)
• Ibuprofen (anti-inflammatory/pain reliever/treats fever)
• Laxative
• Loperamide (treats diarrhea)
• Nasal saline spray
• Oral electrolytes (replace fluids and minerals lost after vomiting and diarrhea)
• Throat lozenges

Topical applications

• Aloe vera gel (moisturizes/treats sunburn)
• Antibiotic ointment (treats cuts/rashes/bacteria-fighter)
• Calamine lotion (treats insect bites/rashes/sunburn)
• Clotrimazole (anti-fungal)
• Eye drops
• Hand sanitizing liquid
• Hydrocortisone cream (treats insect bites/stings)
• Hydrogen peroxide (antiseptic)
• Insect repellant
• Rubbing alcohol
• Sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher (do not use on babies under 6 months old)
• Vitamin E (moisturizes/fades scars)
• Zinc oxide ointment

Tools

• Cup, dropper, spoon and syringe medicine dosage dispensers
• Disposable face masks
• Disposable latex gloves
• Heating pad
• Hot water bottle
• Reusable hot/cold gel packs
• Scissors
• Multi-purpose (ear and oral/rectal/underarm) digital thermometer (not mercury)
• Tweezers

Dressings

• Adhesive bandage tape
• Butterfly closure bandages
• Compression bandages
• Cotton balls
• Cotton pads
• Cotton swabs
• Gauze
• Metal bandage clips
• Waterproof adhesive bandages

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  • 1. Posted by Orri M on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    One must remember that natural medicines are effective for most ailments... YES - but they are simply not reliable enough to suggest to the mass public as effective first aid treatments. Naturopathy and Homeopathy and TCM are mainly for stubburn chronic conditions and not for severe suffering or acutes emergencies. By the way - for those of you who think big- Pharma companies are evil. Did you ever stop and think about the owners and founders of those big Natural manufacturing companies. They are scam artists too you know! Bottom line - anyone who thinks they can cure everything naturally are usually not knowledable enough to treat themselves let alone others. It is as true as it is sad.

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  • 2. Posted by Orri M on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    hey! did anyone notice that Aspirin does not have the warning : not to give to children. Kids may get something called Reye's syndrome ( Many are dead within a few days ). I gotta say this is - kind of a big list. What is the damage if I were to actually get all that stuff........ I am guessing $250 at least. This isn't a bad list but it should have been more concise. Knowledge is power so study study study like Pres. Obama wants us to.

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  • 3. Posted by Psheldrake on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    Now, if I only had a job to pay for all this stuff.

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  • 4. Posted by Willywonker on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    What? No oxycontin! That`s ridiculous, you can always buy that crap on a as needed basis.

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  • 5. Posted by Sleepy... on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    This brought to you by your freindly (and profitable) pharmacutical company

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  • 6. Posted by Lisa W on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    Don't tell people to use hydrogen peroxide!! Yes, it does clean out bacteria...but it also damages the healthy tissue in the process! If you have a minor cut or scrape, just use plain old soap and water. Safer, and cheaper!

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  • 7. Posted by C on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    there are too many things here for one person...a family this is ok. A Pick and Choose menu would be suitable for an individual; things to use on an "as needed" basis.

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  • 8. Posted by Csabavisuals on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    This is great promotion for the pharmacydical companies. Aimed at gullible idiots from an other planet. By the way how about including a stand by nurse on 24 hour duty?

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  • 9. Posted by Onehundredin on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    Yah, just give me about $ 500.00 for all that stuff. I'm rich you know -NOT!!! Do you really think we are that stupid that we can't think for ourselves. Next you'll be telling us when to go to the bathroom!

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  • 10. Posted by Spanky on Tue, Sep 8, 2009

    this is great and relevant info....if you are new to planet earth!!!!

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