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Sunday, February 20, 2011

Vaccines for adults: Which do you need?

Wonder which vaccines you need? It can be confusing, especially if you thought vaccines were just for kids. Use the list below to find out which vaccines you need now and which vaccines may be coming up — based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. . read more.

Is it OK to make my own neti pot solution? Or is it better to buy a bottled neti pot solution?

A neti pot is a shallow container with a long, tapered spout. Neti pots are designed for rinsing or irrigating the nasal cavity. This irrigation helps relieve nasal congestion. You don't need to buy a manufactured solution to use in a neti pot. A homemade solution works just as well. There are a number of saline recipes available. Here's one: To mix your own neti pot solution, dissolve 1/4 teaspoon (1.2 milliliter, or mL) of salt into 8 ounces (237 mL) of bottled or distilled water. Some people prefer to add an additional 1/4 teaspoon (1.2 mL) of baking soda. Ordinary table salt works for most people. . read more.

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