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The most common for acute coughs are: the common cold, influenza (better known as the flu), pneumonia (an infection in the lung(s) by bacteria, viruses or fungi), chemical irritants, and whooping cough (also known as pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial lung infection).The most common causes of chronic coughs are: allergic reactions, asthma, bronchitis (an inflammation of the bronchi or air tubes in the lungs), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and post-nasal drip (mucus drips into the throat from the sinuses causing an irritation with a reflex cough).  There are other less common causes of cough including other lung disorders such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.  Coughs can also be due to side effects of medication. This is particularly the case with a class of blood pressure medications-- the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.   A cough may be the side effect of other illnesses including: cystic fibrosis, chronic and acute sinusitis, congestive heart failure, and tuberculosis. Try home remedies for 1-2 weeks. For most coughs, these should provide enough relief for you to recover. If there is no improvement after 1-2 weeks, however, make an appointment with your physician for a full diagnosis and to determine your best course of action. Also, make an appointment with your physician if during that 1-2 weeks you experience: any fever of more than 100 degrees F for more than 24 hours, coughing up greenish-yellow thick discharge (this can indicate a serious bacterial pneumonia), coughing up mucus with streaks of reddish or pinkish blood, vomiting (particularly if the vomit looks like coffee grounds-- this may indicate a bleeding ulcer), difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing, wheezing or feeling short of breath. There are some illnesses that can incapacitate children more quickly and some illnesses that children are especially prone to get. Because of this, you need to assess their coughs differently. With children, call your physician immediately if they experience any of the following:  Any fever over 100 degrees F. A barking type of cough-- this may be croup (a viral infection of the larynx (voice box) and trachea (windpipe, breathing tube).  Some children may also experience stridor, which is a high-pitched whistling or gasping sound. If your hear either of these types of sounds, call your physician right away. A wheezy, gurgling type of cough that may sound raspy or whistling.  This could be bronchiolitis, potentially caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSC). A whooping sound when your child inhales, which is likely whooping cough. Remember that coughing is the body’s natural way of getting rid of bacteria, viruses, or fungus-filled mucus, and that is a good goal! However, if your or your child’s cough is not allowing you to rest or sleep, or is causing any difficulty in breathing, it is time to treat that cough. You need adequate rest and sleep when you have a cough, so that is where remedies can be useful. You can use many home remedies as much and as often as you want. They will also help keep you hydrated, which is very important as your immune system and body recovers.

summary: Understand the possible causes of a cough. Decide whether you should see a doctor for your cough. Assess whether a child needs to go to the doctor for a cough. Decide whether a cough needs treatment.


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Make sure your running shoes fit your feet as close as they can without being too tight.  You don't want to be distracted by blisters in the middle of your run. The longer you run, the better your shoes need to be.  If you run every day, your shoes will only last 4-6 months. If your feet all of a sudden begin hurting, it's high time to get a new pair. To increase shoes' lifespan you can swap two pairs every day, which will allow moisture to evaporate and cushioning to decompress. There are shoe stores that can design shoes for your feet. If you can afford it, consider getting shoes that match your arch and shape. If you're going for a 10k or more, it's wise to load up on carbs a day or two before. But you've got to do it right! You don't want too much fiber, protein, or fat. And it needs to be easily digestible to avoid risk of nausea during the race!  Tortillas, oatmeal, bread, pancakes, waffles, bagels, yogurt, and juice are all good, high-carb, easy-to-digest options. Fruit has carbs, too, but many are high-fiber, so peel the skin beforehand. Don't feel guilty -- you'll definitely burn the calories later. A phenomenon many serious runners have made a habit of is pounding energy goo (or Gu, if you want to go brand-name). It's basically sugar and carbs in goo form, though you can get some that's chewable. It replenishes your glucose levels and will give you a burst about 20 minutes after consuming it. Many swear by it!Try out the goo while you're still training. You don't want stomach troubles during a long race! It's of utmost importance that you stay hydrated during a long run. If it is longer than 50 minutes on a hot day, have a water stop.  However, if you take water with you on your run, only drink small sips.  Guzzling water in the middle of a run will lead to cramps. And it may make you need to pee! Keep your water cold, if you can. The colder it is, the faster it will get absorbed into your system. Since you're sweating so much, staying hydrated is key!

summary: Get the right fit for your shoes. Load up on carbs. Stay hydrated.


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Look on the back of the gift card to locate a removable label. Scratch off the label to find the hidden code. You should see a sixteen digit code. Open the iTunes application and then click on the store button. On the right hand side of the store screen, click the redeem button. Then, sign in with your Apple ID. After entering the code, you will see your new iTunes balance. The iTunes balance will include the redeemed gift card balance.  By “redeeming” your iTunes gift card, you are just adding it to your account. You are not actually using the sum but, rather, adding it to your account in order to see the balance. If you already had a balance on your account, you will need to subtract the amount of your previous balance from the new balance shown after redeeming the gift card. The difference between your old and new balance is the amount on your gift card. If you want to check your balance after making some purchases, you can follow the same process. Tap on the iTunes music application on your smart phone. Then, open the iTunes store and sign in. At the bottom of the screen, click on “music.” Tap the “redeem” option. Finally, enter your gift card code to reveal the balance. In some countries, you can use your smart phone camera to redeem the gift card. After clicking on the redeem option, click on the option to “use Camera.” Then, take a picture of the sixteen-digit code and the phone will automatically redeem the code. From your personal computer, click on the Apple icon on the top left hand corner of your screen. Scroll down to “App Store.” From the App Store, click on the featured tab. On the right side of the window, you should see an option to “redeem.” Enter your gift card number to see your account balance. Open up the wallet app and tap on the plus sign. Select the find apps option and then scroll down to redeem. At the bottom, you will see the option for an iTunes pass. Click on get started and then tap the option to add iTunes pass to your wallet. Once you have the iTunes gift card added to your wallet, you will just need to open up your iTunes pass and view your account balance in the top right hand corner.


summary: Find the redemption code. Redeem the gift card on your personal computer. Enter the sixteen-digit coupon code. Redeem the gift card on your phone. Find the balance on the Mac App Store. Use the wallet app on your smart phone.