Pregnant women are being warned to avoid travel to more than a dozen
South American and Caribbean countries where a mosquito-borne virus
could cause birth defects. Places like Brazil, Columbia, Mexico and
Puerto Rico are on the list. The CDC says mothers-to-be or women
planning a pregnancy should consult their doctors before travelling to
these areas. Source Link
Cuddling
with your furry friend is safe for both of you when you have a cold or
flu. Experts say dogs and cats won't catch human viruses and can’t
spread your cold to someone else who pets them. Avoiding close contact
with sick humans and washing your hands are the best protections against
the spread of colds and flu. Source Link
If
a beeping alarm won’t get you out of bed, how about the smell of
coffee? The new Sensorwake alarm clock pumps out familiar scents like
coffee, chocolate, fresh-baked croissants and a beach smell to rouse you
from sleep. And if the nose doesn’t know it’s time to get up, there’s a
backup buzzer. Source Link
