Write an article based on this "Put your dachshund in the bathtub or a deep sink. Choose a shampoo. Wet the dog and massage in the shampoo. Rinse out the shampoo. Gently wipe the dog's face and ears. Blow dry your dog's coat."
article: Dachshunds only need to be bathed once a month, unless they've rolled in something smelly or muddy. The water should be warm, but not hot. The water doesn't need to be too high, just to under its belly. A non-slip bath mat will help keep your dachshund from slipping in the water. If you don't have a mat, you can place a small towel on the bottom of the tub or sink. The products you use to bathe your longhaired dachshund should be specifically formulated for dogs. Use a high-quality non-detergent shampoo. Ideally, use a shampoo and conditioner that are fragrance free since these added chemicals can irritate your dog's skin. Hypoallergenic shampoos and conditioners formulated for dogs are good as well. Some shampoos are marketed as tearless, but you should always avoid getting shampoo directly into your dog's eyes. You can find quality pet shampoos online, at a pet store, or at a grooming salon. Using a cup filled with water, a spray nozzle, or your hands, wet your dog's body. Pour a small amount of shampoo into your hand and rub your hands together. Then, begin to massage the shampoo into your dog's coat. Cover its entire body, working your way to the head last. Avoid the face and ears. Massage the shampoo into a lather in their coat. Make sure that you pay special attention to the tail and stomach, since these areas tend to get dirtier. Starting at the head, use warm water to rinse the shampoo out of your dog's coat. Make sure that you get all of the shampoo out of its fur, or your dog may experience some skin irritation later on. Using a soft washcloth, now is the time to wash the face and ears. Wet the washcloth with warm water and work in a small amount of shampoo. Cover your dog's eyes with one hand while you gently wipe its face and ears. You'll need to rinse off this shampoo as well, but be very careful with getting water around their ears. Water can get trapped inside your dog's ear canal and cause an infection. Using a blow dryer on the lowest setting, begin to dry the dog's coat. Make sure the air is not too hot so you don't burn or irritate its skin. You can gently brush while you dry. Use a dry piece of cloth to wipe the dog's inner ears. You want this area to be very dry after their bath to help prevent any infections. You can use a towel to dry your dachshund, but this will cause the hair to poof out and won't be as aesthetically pleasing. If you do use a towel, pat the hair instead of rubbing it to prevent tangles.

Write an article based on this "Find an insurer you trust. Compare policy terms. Fill out the application. Take a medical exam if necessary. Talk with the insurer about the results."
article: Although many insurers are financially sound, this is not always the case. Insurance coverage is not guaranteed like bank deposits are, so if an insurer goes out of business, you can lose everything you've paid into the policy. So be sure to look into the insurer's financial stability before you take out a policy with them. Ratings agencies like Fitch, Moody's, or Standard and Poor's all rate the financial strength of insurers as a matter of course. The ratings are easy to understand and give a layman a good shorthand way of determining an insurer's financial strength. Try websites like Select Quote and Nerd Wallet to get online insurance quotes. Talk with friends, family, and co-workers and see if they work with a company or particular agent they trust. Take all of your research and determine which policies align most with your desired policy components and offers the best terms. Once you have chosen the policy that best fits your needs, you can apply for coverage. A life insurance application is going to be a little different than an application for other types of insurance, but you should be able to easily answer the questions. The insurer will likely ask: Your age and gender. Your height and weight. Your history of chronic conditions and tobacco use. Once you've filled out an application, your insurer may make you submit to a medical exam. The examiner will typically come to your home or office at no cost to you. They will obtain blood and urine samples, check your blood pressure, administer an EKG or any other relevant tests. They will test your blood and urine for cholesterol, illegal drugs, liver function, kidney function, and blood glucose levels. Pending your results, you will be graded on a scale of preferred plus, preferred, select, and standard, with preferred plus being the best and standard the worst. These results will influence the cost of your premium. Once you've taken the medical exam, discuss the results and the cost of the premium with your insurer, in order to design coverage that's right for you. For instance, if you think the premium is too high for a whole life policy and you want a whole life policy, you can take out a short term term life policy to keep costs down while you improve your risk profile.

Write an article based on this "Take an expectorant. Loosen the mucous in your lungs with a mucolytic. Consult your physician if the congestion persists."
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If you're congested and your cough is not productive (nothing comes up when you cough), an expectorant can help loosen up the phlegm in your lungs. Many brands of expectorant (such as Robitussin and Mucinex) are available over the counter. Be sure to follow the dosage instructions printed on the packaging. Some expectorants and may not be available to minors (anyone under 18). If you have a child under 18, consult with a doctor before giving them an OTC expectorant. Expectorants that contain the drug Guaifenesin should not be taken by individuals who have asthma or who are chronic smokers. Taking expectorants containing Guaifenesin when you have asthma or smoke regularly can cause mucus to build up in your airways. Many expectorants contain acetaminophen, which can cause liver damage in children, or in adults, if taken in amounts that exceed the recommended daily dosage. Always read the label on an expectorant carefully. If the expectorant by itself isn't clearing the congestion from your lungs, couple it with a mucolytic. Mucolytics thin mucous in your lungs and make the phlegm easier to cough up. Mucinex (a brand name for Guaifenesin) is a common over-the-counter brand of mucolytic. Drink lots of water when you take a mucolytic to help it work better. If over-the-counter medication doesn't cure your lung congestion in a few days, make an appointment to see your doctor. Although lung congestion is typically caused by a minor issue (like the common cold), chronic or painful chest congestion that lasts more than a week can be a sign of a serious infection or illness, including emphysema, bronchitis, or pneumonia. Each of these conditions can be accompanied by difficulty breathing and a painful (typically dry) cough. Other possible conditions include: Asthma. Reactive airway disease. Cystic fibrosis. Other symptoms of cystic fibrosis include sticky, thick mucous, wheezing, and frequent lung infections. Pulmonary fibrosis. Other symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis include shortness of breath, weight loss, and painful joints or muscles. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD). COPD is most commonly caused by frequent cigarette smoking, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. Symptoms include a shortness of breath and a chronic cough (which produces large amounts of mucus) for at least 3 months a year for 2 years.