Write an article based on this "Proceed with caution. Take oral decongestants to alleviate congestion. Try cough suppressants and expectorants. Use nasal corticosteroid sprays. Take oral antihistamines. Irrigate your nasal passages."
article: Over-the-counter medicines like oral decongestants and nasal sprays can be very effective if you have excess mucus but still need to function at work or school; however, you should not take them for longer than about three days. Taking these products for longer than three days can lead to a boomerang effect in which your mucus builds up even more than it did before. Many of these products also have side effects, including increased blood pressure and heart rate. Decongestants give relief to nasal congestion by reducing the swelling of the nasal tissues in the nasal passages. The mucus is dried up in the lungs, allowing the airway passages to open. The mucus is able to easily pass through, preventing an increase in mucus production. Over-the-counter (OTC) decongestants come in 12 hour or 24 hour treatments. Try Tylenol Cold and Flu or Advil Cold and Sinus. Decongestants are prepared in different forms such as pills, liquids, and nasal sprays. Before taking decongestants, take the time to read the label and ingredients of the medications. If you have hypertension, seek medical counsel before taking any decongestants that contain the active ingredients phenylephrine or pseudoephedrine, because these can elevate blood pressure. A cough suppressant, such as dextromethorphan, inhibits the cough reflex and reduces the adhesiveness and surface tension of mucus. This allows mucus to exit the body more easily, helps relieve chest pain caused by excessive coughing, and removes secretions from the upper and lower airways. Guaifenesin, which can be found in mucoactive agents such as Mucinex, is a cough expectorant that thins the mucus for faster and easier release from the respiratory passage. You may benefit from a medication that combines both dextromethorphan and guaifenesin, such as Robitussin DM. These medications can serve as both an expectorant and a cough suppressant. Side effects that you need to watch out for include nausea and vomiting, headache, and dizziness. Nasal spray is medication that is sprayed directly into the nasal cavity. Nasal spray can narrow the blood vessels that line the nose, shrinking the nasal tissue and reducing the swelling inside the nose and sinuses. This helps stop the production of extra mucus and eases the clearing of the nasal pathways, making breathing easier and drying up mucus faster. You will need to see a doctor to get a prescription for nasal steroids, such as Flonase. Antihistamine cold medications block histamines, substances that can trigger allergic reactions and cause the tissue in your nose to swell and release mucus.Common over-the-counter antihistamines that dry up mucus include diphenhydramine (Benadryl) and loratidine (Claritin). Antihistamines should be taken once at bedtime. Note that drowsiness is one side effect of antihistamines, so never take the medication if you are going for a drive or operating other heavy machinery. Also be wary of other side effects such as headache, dizziness, and dry mouth. Antihistamines should not be taken with expectorants. If your allergies are persistent and severe, talk to your doctor about allergy shots. Also called nasal lavage, nasal irrigation is the process of draining the nasal passages manually, using water. The principle behind nasal irrigation is that you shoot a solution of salty water (saline) up one nostril in order to loosen the mucus build up and then drain it out on the other nostril. This can remove build up and hasten drying. You can either use a Neti pot or a bulb syringe. Make sure that the solution you are using (salt water) comes from sterile, distilled, or boiled water to prevent the introduction of bacteria. Remember to properly rinse the irrigation device after every use and air dry it afterwards. Limit the use of nasal irrigation, because frequent irrigation can wash out some of the natural protective substances that help fight off infections. Gargling with salt water can have a similar effect.

Write an article based on this "Decide if political or environmental reasons are motivating you. Determine if you have depression or anxiety. Ask yourself if you're avoiding the law. Assess whether you want to avoid the grind of daily life. Know that humans are social beings."
article: Some people want to cut themselves off from society for political or environmental reasons. They want to live off the grid, for instance. Living off the grid is a way to cut yourself off from society. This way, you are not dependent on the municipal and social services many of us simply take for granted, such as water, electricity, cell phone service and garbage removal. Most people living off the grid are also concerned with consumerism and the idea that modern society used too much of the earth's natural resources. Some people want to leave society because they are suffering from depression or social anxiety disorder. Depression or feelings of loneliness can cause people to isolate themselves from others. Research has shown that social isolation can be dangerous to your health, as it impairs immune function and increases inflammation. These symptoms are precursors to diabetes and heart disease. If you think your reasons for wanting to cut yourself off from society are due to your own feelings of sadness or loneliness, consider seeing your doctor or a mental health professional. Another reason people cut themselves off from society is to avoid the law. It's not recommended that you run from the police. If you have committed a crime or if there is a warrant for your arrest, turn yourself in to your local police station. If you think you've been wrongly accused, hire a lawyer and fight the charge. You will likely still need to report to the police. People may choose to cut themselves off from society for less strenuous reasons, such as simply wishing to avoid the grind of daily life. Working from home is certainly more possible these days than in the past. As you determine your reasons for cutting yourself off from society, it's important to understand that humans are naturally social. We benefit, both physically and psychologically, from being in relation or in connection with each other.

Write an article based on this "Verify you and your partner can marry in California. Gather the necessary documents. Come to California."
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To get married in California, you and your partner cannot already be married to each other or married to other people. Other laws governing marriage in California include: Each party must be at least eighteen years of age. California offers both public and private marriage licenses. No minor may apply for a private marriage license. Minors applying for a public marriage license must have the written consent of a parent or legal guardian (emancipated minors included), as well as permission from a California Superior Court Judge. You must marry in California. You can marry in a county other than where you receive the license, but it must still be in California. You must have at least one witness at your ceremony for public marriage licenses. Though the certificate has spaces for two witnesses to sign if you prefer. Couples applying for a confidential marriage license must sign an affidavit attesting to the fact that they live together as spouses at the time of the application. A confidential marriage is one that does not get entered into public record. Any persons other than the married couple requesting a copy of the marriage license must present a court order to receive one. To find out more information about eligibility requirements by county, visit the California Department of Public Health at: http://www.ca.gov/HomeFamily/Marriage/ You and your soon-to-be spouse must have valid picture IDs with dates of birth listed. If you were married before, you will need to provide the date when your marriage ended. Some counties may ask for a copy of the final judgment if an earlier marriage ended by dissolution or nullity, which is a declaration by the court saying the marriage never happened rather than a divorce. Examples of valid IDs include a driver's license, state-issued ID, passport, or other government-related documents. Some counties may require a copy of your birth certificate as well. You and your partner are not required to be residents of the state in order to get married in California. You must be present in the state to marry, though. You may not be married by proxy. You can even apply in one county and marry in another county as long as it's in California. However, the license must be filed in the county where you applied. An overseas stationed member of the Armed Forces of the United States can enter into the marriage via the appearance of an attorney. To find out specific county information such as hours, fees, and locations, visit the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) website at: http://www.csac.counties.org/