Article: Shingles most often begins with unusual sensations such as itchiness, burning, tingling, or loss of sensation in one area of the skin (and localized to one side of the body and not the other). This may be accompanied by a general feeling of being unwell and/or a fever. One to two days after the onset of these symptoms, a shingles rash (often painful blisters in a band-like pattern) typically appears. The rash may also occur near the eye. If this is the case, seeking medical treatment sooner rather than later is key to prevent potential complications such as blindness. The rash will occur in a dermatomal pattern across the body, which means that the rash will cover an area of skin that is connected by the same set of nerves. Therefore, your doctor will be able to notice a dermatomal distribution and diagnose the condition. If you have contracted shingles and are seeking to prevent complications of the disease, be sure to see a doctor as soon as possible. The quicker you start medical treatment for shingles, the less likely your risk of developing complications. Preventing complications is key because the complications of shingles are, in many cases, more burdensome than the illness itself. The complication of postherpetic neuralgia can lead to long-term chronic pain, and the likelihood of this can be greatly diminished with early treatment (as well as vaccination). Having shingles around your eye can lead to serious eye problems and even blindness if not treated early. The shingles blister may become infected with bacteria if not addressed and treated appropriately. If you have been diagnosed with shingles, it is important to take preventative measures to avoid spreading the VZV virus to others. Shingles itself is not contagious from person to person; however, someone who has never had chickenpox can catch chickenpox by being in contact with someone with shingles. In particular, avoid your shingles blisters coming into contact with anyone else, as these can lead to direct spread of the VZV virus. There have been some reports that children have spread the shingles virus to other children after being vaccinated. According to the CDC, there is no evidence to support the fact that an adult can spread shingles to children after vaccination. There are some doctors that are concerned about this fact. However, in normal circumstances it's unnecessary to avoid pregnant women and unvaccinated children after you get the shingles vaccine.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Recognize potential signs and symptoms of shingles. Prevent complications by seeking treatment early. Avoid spreading it to others.
Article: Ultraviolet (UV) lamps designed for pools can neutralize most germs. They cannot keep a pool safe on their own. However, they will let you reduce the amount of free available chlorine (FAC) as low as 1ppm, or even lower under some regional laws. They can also break down some of the irritating or dangerous substances that show up in a chlorinated pool. Finally, although not normally used for this purpose, some types may break down existing high levels of chlorine. Local health codes may have different requirements. A "MP" UV lamp is a versatile option with the following benefits: This is the only common lamp that will break down a significant amount of existing chlorine. Even then, you'll need a dose 1020 times higher than the amount recommended for disinfection. This will probably require multiple lamps. This is the most effective lamp for breaking down chloramines, the substances usually responsible for stinging eyes, irritated skin, and "chlorine" smell. This lamp is fairly good at disinfecting, but not the best option. This type of lamp, often called a purifier, has excellent disinfecting ability, though you will still need to use (reduced) amounts of chlorine. This may make it an attractive option for public pools. These lamps also tend to be cheaper and longer-lasting than MP lamps. Advertisements may claim these lamps remove chloramines. This is partially true, but in practice they may or may not reduce the obvious signs, such as stinging eyes. There are a few other kinds of UV lamps, although they are less common. Here's some information to help you figure out what each product does: "Ultraviolet" actually includes a wide range of light with different effects. It is usually divided into UV-A (315400nm), UV-B (280315nm), and UV-C (100280nm). You should be able to find either the light type or a range of wavelengths (such as 245nm) for any product. Only UV-C light helps disinfect pools. Only UV-A light (including UV light from the sun) breaks down significant amounts of chlorine. Even then, it will take an intense amount of light. All three types help break down chloramines. Hiring a professional to install the UV system is recommended. Once installed according to specifications, very little maintenance is required. Continue to test your pool for chlorine as usual, keeping it at 1ppm or another low level as recommended by your product or local law.
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Understand UV disinfection. Try a Medium Pressure UV lamp. Consider a Low Pressure UV lamp. Evaluate other types. Test the pool after installation.
Article: Take your cubed squash and place it into the heated pan. Be careful. Butter and olive oil may spit off the pan when squash is added. It's a good idea to wear an apron for your own safety. Stir the squash on occasion as it cooks to make sure it cooks evenly throughout. It should take about 8 minutes for the squash to adequately cook. It may take more or less, however, depending on the precise strength of your pan. Therefore, keep an eye on the squash as it cooks. Cook the squash until it's tender. Once the squash is cooked, you can stir in your spices. You can add about a tablespoon or teaspoon of each spice, depending on how strong you want the flavor. You should also add salt to taste. Your squash should not be ready to eat. Remove the squash from the heat and serve it. You may want to wait a few minutes before eating your squash, as it may be hot.
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Throw in the squash. Saute the squash for about 8 minutes. Season the squash. Remove the squash and serve.