In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: During the first 2 weeks of pertussis you will likely think you have a cold or the flu. Therefore it can be hard to determine if you should see your doctor at this point. However, if you know for a fact that you've been in contact with someone else who has been diagnosed with pertussis, see a doctor immediately when symptoms begin. Otherwise the timing of a doctor's appointment will need to be based on how you feel. If the cough gets worse, and turns into coughing fits, that may be a good time to consider seeing your doctor. Pertussis is extremely contagious, and can be fatal to infants. To be safe, not just for yourself but for everyone around you, expose yourself to as few people as possible. This means you should stay home from work and school, you should not attend events outside of your home, you should not have friends over just for socializing, etc. If you have children at home, make sure you stay away from them as much as possible, and that they're washing their hands often. Pertussis is caused by a bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. This bacteria can be spread from person to person via liquid droplets in the air caused by coughing or sneezing. People who have not been vaccinated, and infants, are more susceptible to the disease. In the case of infants the disease could be fatal. The bacteria is normally in your system for the first 3 weeks after you've been infected, and it is during this time that you can also be contagious. Your doctor may decide that an oral antibiotic may help prevent you from passing the disease onto someone else. It will also help clear up the infection faster. In general, over-the-counter cough suppressants don't help the cough caused by pertussis, but there are alternatives your doctor may consider. Both corticosteroids and albuterol have been known to reduce coughing fits, but must be prescribed by a doctor. Vaccines in and of themselves do not offer a cure, but they help your body build the proper immunities to very serious diseases. This then helps to prevent you from getting those diseases in the future. Whether you got vaccinations as a child or not, it is still important to stay up-to-date with vaccinations as an adult. Consult your doctor to determine which vaccinations you may require.
Summary: Make an appointment with your doctor. Quarantine yourself. Ask your doctor for an antibiotic. Consult your doctor about cough suppressants. Make sure you're up-to-date with your vaccinations.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Hooks made specifically to hang swords will typically have a plastic covering over the hooks to prevent oxidation. You can also purchase multi-use hooks from a hardware store, as long as they are made of stainless steel. You can buy sword-specific mounting hooks online. Some hooks will have threaded ends that you screw directly into the wall while others will have separate screws. Hold the sword horizontally against the wall and choose the location and orientation that you like the best. Once you find your desired location, mark the tip and end of the sword on the wall with a pencil. If you want your sword to be the focal point of the room, hang it in the center of your wall. If you're hanging several swords, make sure to place them an even distance apart so that they look uniform. Line the screw holes in the cup or L hooks with one of the marks that you created. Use a screwdriver or drill to drive the screw through the hole in the hook and into the stud in the wall. Continue turning the screw until the hooks are installed tightly on the wall and the plate on the hooks run flush with the head of the screw. Repeat the process on the other hook. If your hooks have threaded ends instead of a plate and screw, you'll have to pre-drill the holes for the hooks. Use a drill bit that's smaller than the end of your hooks. Then, hold the drill bit tip against the mark that you made, press the trigger on the drill, and apply forward pressure against the wall. Push the end of the hooks into the pilot holes that you created and make sure they are straight. Then, turn the hooks clockwise to tighten them into the pilot holes. Continue rotating the hooks until you can't see the threads anymore. Once you're done screwing in the hook, it should be pointed upward so that it can support your sword. You can hang your sword with or without the sheath when hanging them on hooks. Place the end of the blade near the handle on one hook and the tip of the blade on the other hook. You've now successfully hung your sword using hooks.
Summary: Buy stainless steel L or cup hooks to hang your swords horizontally. Mark the ideal sword placement on your wall. Use a screwdriver to install hooks that have separate screws. Use a drill bit to create a pilot hole if the end of your hooks are threaded. Screw the end of the hooks in if you're using threaded hooks. Place your sword on top of the hooks.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Clean your shoes after wearing them to prevent them from showing signs of dirt and wear. Combine a small amount of water with a mild liquid detergent or shoe cleaning solution and lightly scrub away dingy and discolored areas. Wet a washcloth and wipe away any dirt and debris clinging to the shoes' outsoles. By taking good care of your sneakers and keeping them clean, you can ensure that they stay fresh and vibrant for as long as possible. Look for specially-designed brushes online or in shoe stores that can be used to clean and polish delicate materials like suede. Treat dirt and other stains immediately to keep them from setting in. The more you wear a particular pair of shoes, the faster that pair will wear out. Try not to lace up the same pair of shoes every day. Select a different pair every couple of days to minimize stress, foot contact and exposure to the elements. When you're not wearing a pair, give it a gentle wipe down and store it somewhere cool and dry. Store your sneakers in their original boxes, or stash them somewhere that's climate-controlled and away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Too much sunlight can cause colors to fade, while especially hot or cold temperatures can degrade the materials that the shoes are made from. Choose your footwear carefully for a given day. It might not be a good idea to wear a pair of leather or suede sneakers if the forecast is calling for rain, and black hi-tops will be less comfortable on hotter days than low cut, breathable shoes of a lighter shade. Give each pair of shoes a function, and only use that pair for its intended purpose. For instance, you might have a pair that you only work out in, another pair for that you use exclusively for hiking or slip on when you're going to get dirty, etc. That way, you won't be using every pair as all-purpose footwear, and you'll be able to keep them in pristine condition. Consider buying two pairs of your favorite shoesone to wear around and another to put on display. Pick out an older pair to serve as "throwaway" shoes that you don't mind getting dirty or beating up. Set aside a little closet space to organize your shoes, or buy a shelf or rack so that you can exhibit them out in the open. Many shoe aficionados are proud of the collections they've put together and like to keep a few of their best pairs where they can be seen. If you're going to own them, you might as well put them on display proudly. Look for inexpensive storage racks and shelves that you can convert and use to highlight some of your favorite acquisitions.
Summary:
Keep your shoes clean. Cycle out the pairs you wear often. Designate shoes for different purposes. Store or display your collection.