FIRE: THINGS TO REMEMBER

1. Keep a fire extinguisher handy. 2. Keep matches, lighters and the like away from children. 3. Do not hang clothes over a hot stove, and make sure that your kitchen curtains do not get near the stove. 4. When lighting candles, make sure that no inflammable drapery or materials get near them. 5. Do not use inflammable cleaning liquids in...

TREATING A COMMON COLD

1. Try to have as much rest as possible. Adequate rest builds up resistance and hastens recovery. 2. Diet should be light and must include plenty of liquids like soup, water and fruit juices. 3. Have enough clothing on for warmth. 4. Keep dry and avoid exposure to the breeze. 5. Difficulty in breathing, sore throat and hoarseness accompanying...

HOW TO HAVE A LIKEABLE PERSONALITY

1. Don’t express your opinion freely and unsought.2. Don’t feel superior among your friends.3. Once in a while, join friends or colleagues for lunch or snack.4. Read the papers and be updated on the news that matter, so that you’ll be ready to converse with anyone at anytime.5. Lessen the habit of borrowing.6. Don’t be a “Dutch...

SAFETY TIPS FOR LPG USERS

1. Have the installation of your LPG done by a contractor experienced on these systems. 2. Periodically examine the color of the flame. A yellow flame indicates poor combustion. Correct according to manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Use your eyes and your nose when detecting a leak in your LPG. Brush on a soap solution and look for bubbles...

GET RELIEF FROM DYSMENORRHEA

Dysmenorrhea happens in a lot of women. Some even dread the days of the month when their period is due. There are two types of dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea is hereditary and usually begins with the onset of menstruation (adolescence) and may lessen after pregnancy or with age. It is the cramping abdominal pain that lasts for several...

CARING FOR BED LINENS

We spend about 1/3 of our day in bed. This means that our bed should be comfortable for us to be able to get a good night's sleep and quality rest. Choosing the right bed linens is one step. Caring for these linens is another. Here are a few tips. Read the care label and follow instructions. Buy an extra set or two. This will enable you to...