Maven Moment: Natural Scouring Powder Alternatives
Grandma and Mom used to scrub the sink with Ajax scouring powder after washing the dishes. They used it to clean the bathtubs, too. I think they felt that they needed that combination of grit and bleach to clean and disinfect their porcelain sinks and tubs. But I always hated the harsh bleachy smell and […]
How To Keep Your Mind and Body Healthy This Year
Real talk: staying healthy is pretty much all anyone can talk about right now. Plus, it’s even more top of mind than usual as we enter a new year. And after a rough couple years, people are starting to realize that health doesn’t just apply to our bodies and immune systems — it applies to […]
Timing is everything | Close To Home
February marks the midpoint of winter, and with spring just over the horizon, many gardeners are dreaming of sunny days and dirty fingernails. For those looking to get a jump on the growing season, starting seeds indoors offers the most gratifying — and productive — option. Before digging in, however, it’s imperative to know exactly […]
Clorox : Still cleaning for health, but better
Health and Wellness Still cleaning for health, but better February 15, 2022 Our CloroxPro brand has developed a new online learning platform offering best-in-class education and training for cleaning professionals. Lori Strazdas, MPH By Lori Strazdas, MPH, Public Health Liaison, CloroxPro Sometimes it’s hard to remember that germs existed before COVID-19. I assure you they […]
Some Cree schools back to full-time in-person learning in northern Quebec
Students in some northern Quebec Cree communities are back to in-person learning this week for the first time since before Christmas, as COVID-19 numbers continue to drop. “We’re very happy that we’re able to move forward,” said Sarah Pash, Cree School Board Chairperson. Active COVID-19 cases in Cree communities have fallen to 158 out of […]
Corpus Christi – Nueces County Report 10 Covid-19 Related Deaths
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Corpus Christi – Nueces County Public Health District received notification of 10 COVID-19 related deaths. The patients included six males and four females with ages ranging in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Comorbidities included end stage renal disease, urinary tract infection, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and […]
How Long After A Vasectomy Can You Have Sex?
A vasectomy, or male sterilization, is a process by which the vas deferens is cut or blocked in order to keep sperm out of semen. An extremely effective form of birth control, it also is appealing thanks to its minimal side effects and swift recovery time. In fact, men who have a vasectomy can have […]
Disinfect Your Hotel Room Against COVID-19
Until more people are vaccinated, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends avoiding travel for now. Nonetheless, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) notes a growing number of Americans have decided it’s time to hit the road, whether to see relatives, attend a wedding or other event, or take that long-overdue vacation. This means many […]
Bulgaria: Annual inflation in January was 9.1% – Novinite.com
According to preliminary NSI data, the consumer price index for Bulgaria in January 2022 compared to December 2021 was 101.5%, i.e. monthly inflation is 1.5%. The annual inflation for January 2022 compared to January 2021 was 9.1%. The average annual inflation for the period February 2021 – January 2022 compared to the period February 2020 […]
How to Keep Your Kitchen Clean As You Cook
For many of us, healthier eating or cooking more at home are on that start-of-the-year resolution list. That means your kitchen is likely going to be the busiest room in the house — aka, where most of the messes will go down. No matter if you’re cooking for just yourself or an entire family, it’s […]