Soulful Thoughts of Rachel

February 19, 2008

Problem Related to Bed Bugs

Filed under: Health, Home, Info Corner — Tags: , , — rachel @ 3:19 pm

Bed bugs are becoming a health concern in many homes. They are small wingless nocturnal insects that feed on the blood of humans and warm-blooded animals. When bed bugs feed, they inject some saliva in the skin causing skin allergies.

People who suspect the presence of bed bugs in their homes often try to get rid of them by leaving infected things outside, exposing them to extreme temperatures. A common thing that people do to kill bed bugs is by putting infected things under the sun while others leave stuff it in the snow.

Some people believe that the problem can be solved by freezing bed bugs to death. Bed bugs often die when exposed to extreme temperatures but in order to effectively kill all bed bugs, you have to leave your things exposed to the either above 120 degrees Fahrenheit or below zero for at least a week or two. When the cold temperature is not enough, some bed bugs might survive and continue to increase number. Protect your home from these invading insects by finding out more about them.

January 5, 2008

Yohan’s Visit to the Dentist

Filed under: Health, Info Corner — Tags: , , , — rachel @ 3:34 pm

My husband and I have been looking for a good pediatric dentist for several months now. There are many dentists in our area but I want to bring my son to a pediatric dentist because they are specially trained to handle children.

I’m happy because last December 23, 2007, we were able to find a good pediatric dentist. Yohan felt very comfortable because the atmosphere at the dentist’s clinic was conducive for children. The clinic had colorful Mickey Mouse wallpaper and all kinds of Mickey Mouse decorations and toys. The dentist was very jolly and I think she has a natural charisma with children.

After Yohan’s cleaning, I talked to the dentist and she told me about the possible teeth restoration that can be done to improve my son’s teeth. I realized that cosmetic dentistry is not only for adults but also for children.

I immediately thought of my cousin after realizing the great market for this kind of practice. He happens to be taking up dentistry and I could picture him as a great New York City cosmetic dentist someday. He was just here a couple of months ago for a vacation but he is already back in New York. I would love to see him have a successful career in dentistry in the future.

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