Problem: Article: Speak with beggars on busy, well-lit streets. Remain standing, as crouching or sitting makes you less visible. Don't follow anyone into an empty alleyway or dark corner. If you're giving directions or handing over some food, don't look away from the beggar. Distraction is a common tactic thieves use to rob victims with good intentions. While most beggars aren't criminals, you should always use caution. While driving, you might be tempted to help a beggar at a traffic light by getting out of your car. This holds up traffic and puts you in danger of a traffic accident. Acknowledge them with a nod or a smile, but do it from your car. . If a beggar becomes aggressive, you shouldn't allow yourself to be bullied. Shout to draw attention to yourself. Walk into a nearby business and ask for assistance. If you see a police officer in the area, tell them about your situation.
Summary: Stay where people can see you. Keep your eyes on the beggar. Remain in your car. Protect yourself from aggressive beggars

Problem: Article: Now that you've offered a call to action, give your reader a nudge in the right direction. A request to look over a financial report, for instance, might be accompanied by an entreaty like "let me know what you think of these numbers." That way, the other party won't be left wondering what to do with the information they've been given. Offering a definite time frame in which you'd like to hear back ("it would be ideal if we could have these documents organized before the meeting on Thursday") may ensure a swifter response. Try to reply to important emails within 24 hours. The signature at the bottom of the email should offer the recipient all the information they need about who you are so that there's no need to introduce yourself at length within the message. Be sure to include your full name, the name of your company, your title or position, your preferred email address and a phone number at which you can be reached directly. To save yourself some trouble, save your custom signature in whatever email platform you use so that it will be displayed automatically in future messages. Providing links to your social media accounts will give unfamiliar contacts a more complete picture of you. Don't bog down your signature with unnecessary details, quotes or graphics. Go back over your message thoroughly to make sure it's free of any typos, misspellings or unclear sentences. Careless mistakes can reflect poorly on you and the company you represent. Use your email platform's spell-checker feature to avoid accidental oversights. You can also take this time to make any last minute changes to the formatting that you think may make your email easier to digest.
Summary: Tell the recipient how you expect them to follow up. Sign off with a custom signature. Proofread your email before sending it.

Problem: Article: You can use white distilled vinegar and water to create an all natural cleaning solution for the deck. Vinegar is a good option as it will remove mildew, mold, and dirt on the wood. Combine 1 cup vinegar with 1 gallon water. Then, pour it in a bucket with a wide top. You can also use wood cleaner or professional deck cleaner. Dilute the cleaner with one part cleaner and one part water. Make sure the deck cleaner does not contain bleach, as this can damage the wood. Use a broom with clean bristles or a scrub brush with a long handle. Submerge the bristles of the broom or brush in the cleaning solution. Run the broom or scrub brush over the deck wood. Make sure you scrub with the grain, not against it. Focus on any thick dirt or debris on the deck, rubbing it with the broom or brush. Make sure you get any corners or crevices on the deck using the brush or broom. If the broom cannot fit in these areas, use a small sponge. Once you have scrubbed down the deck completely, use a garden hose to rinse off the cleaning solution. Use a low spray setting to wash off the cleaning solution on the deck. The deck may take a day or two to dry, depending on how sunny it is outside. If you used a vinegar cleaning solution, the vinegar smell should dissipate as the deck dries. Once the deck dries, you can replace any wood board that are rotting. You can also stain the deck to protect it.
Summary: Pour the cleaning solution in a bucket. Dip a broom or scrub brush in the bucket. Scrub the deck in the direction of the wood grain. Rinse off the cleaning solution. Let the deck air dry.

Problem: Article: In general, children are more likely to get ear infections than adults. This is because the eustachian tubes (tubes running from the middle of each ear to the back of your throat) are smaller in children and more prone to fill with fluid. Children also have weaker immune systems than adults and are also more prone to viral infections such as colds. Anything that blocks the eustachian tube can cause an ear infection. There are other risk factors for an ear infection, including: Allergies Respiratory infections such as colds and sinus infections Infection or trouble with the adenoids (lymph tissue in your upper throat area) Tobacco smoke Excess mucus or saliva, such as that produced during teething Living in a cold climate Changes in altitude or climate Not being breastfed as an infant Recent illness Attending daycare, especially a larger daycare with many children A middle ear infection (acute otitis media) is the most common type of ear infection and hence recognizing its symptoms is very important. Middle ear infection is caused by a virus or bacteria. The middle ear is the space just behind the eardrum that contains the small bones that pass vibrations to the inner ear. When the area becomes filled with fluid, bacteria and viruses can get in and cause an infection. An ear infection often occurs after a respiratory infection such as a cold, although severe allergies may also bring one on. Symptoms of a middle ear infection include: Ear pain or an earache Feeling of fullness in the ear Feeling ill Vomiting Diarrhea Hearing loss in the infected ear Tinnitus Dizziness Ear drainage Fever, especially in children " Swimmers' ear, also known as otitis externa or an "external ear infection," is an infection of the outer ear canal caused by bacteria or fungi. Moisture is a common culprit for this type of infection (hence the name), but scratching or inserting things into the ear canal can also leave you prone to infection. Symptoms may begin as mild but often worsen, and include: Itching in your ear canal Redness inside the ear Discomfort that worsens if you pull or push on your outer ear Ear drainage (begins clear and odorless, may progress to pus) More severe symptoms include: Feeling of fullness or blockage Decreased hearing Severe pain that radiates outward to your face or neck Swelling of neck lymph nodes Fever Young children may display different symptoms of ear infection than older children and adults. Because young children often cannot communicate how they're feeling, look for the following symptoms: Tugging, pulling or scratching the ear Banging the head around Fussiness, irritability, or incessant crying Difficulty sleeping Fever (especially for infants and very young children) Fluid drainage from the ear Clumsiness or balance problems Trouble hearing Most ear infections can be treated at home, and many go away on their own. However, if you or your child experience certain symptoms, you should contact your doctor immediately. These symptoms include: Blood or pus in ear drainage (may look white, yellow, green, or pinkish/red) Continued high fever, especially if it is over 102F (39C) Dizziness or vertigo Stiff neck Tinnitus Pain or swelling behind or around the ear Ear pain that lasts more than 48 hours
Summary:
Know who is most at risk for an ear infection. Recognize the symptoms of a middle ear infection. Distinguish between a middle ear infection and "swimmers' ear. Look for signs of ear infection in children. Know when to seek immediate medical attention.