HEADLICE(And how to get rid of them!)
WHAT ARE HEADLICE? Headlice are tiny parasites that live in human hair, feeding on blood from their host. They are a brown/red colour and have six legs with claws on them which they use to grip onto the hair.WHERE DO THEY COME FROM? Experts believe they have always been with us. Dried eggs have, so they claim, been found on the remains of ancient mummies.WHAT IS A NIT? The louse's egg, a smooth oval shape, slightly smaller than a seseme seed, attached to the hair, close to the scalp.HOW LONG DO THEY LIVE? The louse survives for 30 days and the female lays 3-5 eggs per day. The eggs take 7-10 days to hatch and 7-10 days to mature, then the cycle begins again.CAN PETS CATCH THEM? No. They can only survive on humans.HOW CAN HUMANS CATCH THEM? By direct contact, where they can crawl from one head to another.
Also by sharing towels, brushes and hats, etc.DO LICE JUMP? Lice do not have hind legs to jump, nor do they have wings to fly.CAN'T I JUST WASH THEM OFF? No. Lice go into a state of suspended animation underwater, surviving this way.DO LICE ONLY LIKE DIRTY HAIR? It is believed that lice prefer clean hair, but that doesn't mean they don't like dirty hair - they like any hair. It is also not true that only poor, white people catch them. Lice are not fussy and will infest anybody!CAN I GET THEM FROM A PILLOW? Only if you lay where someone who's infested has recently laid.CAN THEY LIVE ON MY FURNITURE? Lice can only survive for 72 hours at the most once they've left a human host. Most die within 24 hours.CAN I JUST USE A LOTION? There are countless numbers of lotions and potions on the market.
While they kill the lice, they don't kill the eggs. Most are chemically based and can aggrivate conditions such as asthma or allergies. You can pay dearly for your products, only to find a few days later that the lice are back again.SO HOW DO I GET RID OF THEM? To clear the infestation is a long and tedious process, but it does work. First invest in a metal headlice comb, available at most chemists and a bottle of hair conditioner (any make or price). Wet the hair thoroughly and rub all over with the conditioner.
Using the metal comb, comb right from the scalp to the very ends of the hair. Wipe the comb with tissue and throw the tissue away, or hold the comb under a running tap (The lice cannot crawl back up the drain). Work through the hair in sections all around the head, paying special attention to above the ears and the back of the neck(warm spots). Repeat this process every 2 - 3 days for three weeks, by which time they should be gone. If you are still pulling nits or lice out, continue until they are cleared.HOW DO I CLEAN COMBS AND BRUSHES? Pull off any hairs or debris, then clean the teeth using a needle or something sharp.
Sterilize in boiling water. As brushes and combs are fairly inexpensive, you could replace them if you wish to do so.SHALL I WASH THE BEDDING? This will not get rid of any lice. Give the bedding a good shake(outside) then vacuum the bedding and matress.WHAT ABOUT FURNITURE AND CARPETS? Again, a good vacuuming.SHALL I THROW THE SOFT TOYS AWAY? No. As a precaution, you could seal them in a plastic bag for three weeks. After that, any lice will be dead.WHAT IF THEY COME BACK AGAIN? Then you'll have to repeat the process.IS THERE ANYTHING I CAN DO TO STOP MY CHILD CATCHING HEADLICE? Only a few things - Don't let them share hats, combs or towels.
If your child has long hair, tie it up for school (kids love to huddle together). If your child has headlice, you MUST check all other family members and treat them if necessary.ARE LICE HARMFUL? NO! Although they're an unpleasant nuisance, lice are not harmful..
Tips For Moving House With Your Dog
Moving house is a stressful time for both humans and their canine friends. But there are things you can do to make life easier for them.
* You should first check out the new property for any potential problems, ahead of time. Are there any holes in the fence? Is the fence too low, so that your dog is likely to escape into an unfamiliar neighborhood? You don't want to arrive, with all your furniture and belongings packed up, only to have the added stress of finding your wandering dog.
* Find out whether the area you are moving to has problems with heartworm or paralysis ticks. This is particularly important if you are moving overseas or interstate.
* To be prepared for all possible contingencies, find out where the closest after-hours animal emergency center is.
That way, if there's a serious problem, you'll be able to address it quickly, without searching the neighborhood. You could also see if your old vet has any recommendations...
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Company Notes Emerging Trend Toward Diversity in Living Room D?cor
Brooklyn, NY (ContentDesk) August 25, 2005 ? It's no surprise that Feldman's Furniture knows living rooms. After all, they've been providing America with living room furniture for more than thirty years. But recently, they've seen a new trend emerging ? a rising demand for greater diversity in living room furnishings."People want high-quality living room furniture that not only looks good, but also reflects their lifestyle and personality," says Feldman's president, Mr. Voynov. "That means furniture companies are going to have to carry a larger assortment of living room collections and individual pieces in order to meet the growing needs of their customers."Feldman Furniture has responded to the marketplace's demand for variety by providing the nation's largest selection of living room sets, sofas, love seats, chaises, chairs and other accessories in a wide variety of styles and upholsteries.
They currently stock inventory in excess of a million dollars, featuring brand names...
Company Notes Emerging Trend Toward Diversity in Living Room D?cor
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Look good in leather - How to clean leather
There is something about leather that turns heads and catches attention.
It may be the smell, the texture or the classic style that comes with leather products.
Leather is a look that will never age.
There is nothing like the feel of a new leather jacket, the comfort of a leather couch or the durability of leather shoes.
Because of its wide appeal it is important to know how to maintain your leather products.
It is essential to know how to clean leather.
Leather is one of the oldest materials used by man.
It was used in many ways in primitive times as it is still used in a variety of ways now.
It is the most durable of all materials used in upholstery.
Genuine leather will not burn or melt and is extremely difficult to rip or puncture.
The classic look, feel and durability of leather make it a timeless material that can be used in a number of ways.
Its use now ranges...
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Making a Child's Handprint on a Ceramic Tile
This is a fun craft to do with a group of moms and their kids, one child per adult works the best.
Each mom will need:
---One soft brush, any size but 1/2"
works the best
---One jar of "One-Stroke Ceramic underglaze", either Duncan E-Z Stroke or Gare One-Stroke.
(Of course they can share these, but it's best if they have at least 3 colors to choose from.
The best are a dark green, a dark blue or a dark brown.
One jar of each color will do 50 hands altogether)
---One pint jar of "clear gloss glaze", which all can use.
---A sponge
---Paper towels and a washcloth
---One blank UNglazed ceramic tile, 4-1/4" (for kids 2 or 3 yrs.
old or so) or 6" (for kids over 3) Unless you know someone who does hand-painted tile as a career, these would have to be ordered in cases of 100 or so.
The best thing is to call the hobby ceramic stores, where you will...
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Apply For Home Mortgage Loan Online With Bad Credit - Things To Consider
So, you've found the perfect home. You've already decided where to place each piece of your furniture inside the home, and in your mind, all of your family photographs are hanging alongside the stairwell. But wait?do you know that even if you believe that your credit report is spotless, it could negatively affect your chances of getting that home mortgage approval?The credit bureaus handle hundreds of thousands of credit reports, and it's only logical that they will make mistakes. In fact, studies show us that there are some types of errors on at least 50 percent of all credit reports. Could an error be lurking on your report?Here's a simple step-by-step guide to ensure that your credit report reflects exactly what it should.Step One: Avoid a Bad Credit Report by Requesting a Copy of ItUnder the law, you are entitled to a copy of your credit report from each of the three credit reporting agencies.
You should simply submit a request in writing or visit their web sites and request...
Apply For Home Mortgage Loan Online With Bad Credit - Things To Consider
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How Did the End Come for the Cylinder Disc Driven Music Box?
Copyright 2005 Monique Hawkins
The music box has a long and interesting history. Long before collectors sought the dresser top music jewelry boxes, inlaid music boxes, and pop up ballerina music boxes
that are the popular today, the cylinder or disc driven music box was the entertainment in many homes in the 1800?s. These vintage music boxes, ranging in size, style, and value are still sought today by many collectors of automatic musical instruments.
David Le Coultre first created the cylinder music box in Switzerland. around 1870, while Mermod Fre'res was the largest manufacturer of the cylinder musical instruments in St Crox. Years later the highly collectible disc driven music boxes were also made in France, Germany, Austria, Czechoslovakia, and other countries.
While there were numerous companies making music boxes, Mermod Fre'res, active during the 1800's was one of the few who manufactured both a cylinder music box and a disc driven...
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HEADLICE(And how to get rid of them!) Childrens furniture spyware
Womens Leather Jackets
While leather jackets are a symbol of machismo and manliness, the jackets are also widely worn by women. Therefore, the leather jacket has simply become a statement of attitude and personality in today's unisex fashion world.
There are many types of leather jackets for women. Some of the various designs that leather has been turned to add to the beauty of women include leather blazers, jackets, reversible jackets, overcoats, outerwear and suede jackets.
Leather jackets...
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Making Sense of Medicare Part D - Out-of-Pocket Expenses
Copyright 2005 Jeremy Cockerill
A complete understanding of Medicare Part D Out-of-pocket expenses is critical for all Medicare-eligible individuals in order for them to maximize their savings and get the most out of the program.
What are the Out-of-Pocket expenses associated with Medicare Part D? On the Medicare.gov website "Out of Pocket costs" are defined as "health care costs that you must pay on your own because they are not covered by Medicare or other insurance."
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Business Mortgage or Utah Mortgage?
Are you looking for commercial lender in Utah that will offer you a business mortgage? If you are new to Utah then there is one thing you should understand, Utah is a peculiar state. So if you visit your commercial lender in search of a business mortgage then they might offer up a puzzled look and then say, oh you mean a Utah Mortgage. To which you should reply, yes that is exactly what I mean, a Utah mortgage. Now that you have the Utah lingo down you will be able to work with you commercial...
Business Mortgage or Utah Mortgage? HEADLICE(And how to get rid of them!) Childrens furniture
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How To Accept Credit Cards Without a Merchant Account
How To Accept Credit Cards Without a Merchant Account by To increase sales on your website, you must accept credit cards. To process credit cards, you could apply for a merchant account through your bank or other financialinstitution. Sometimes, though, you would be further ahead to use the services of a credit card processor. This is especially true when you are first starting out and have more limited resources. In this way, you may process credit card transactions without the high front-end...
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