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Cold and Flu Colds and influenza (flu) are the most common illnesses among college students.  Causes Both of these illnesses are upper respiratory infections, meaning they involve your nose, throat, and lungs. Viruses cause both colds and flu by increasing inflammation of the membranes in the nose and throat. Most transmission of these viruses occurs via hand-to-hand contact. Symptoms Flu symptoms come on suddenly and affect the body all over. Flu symptoms are usually more serious than a cold and include: fever (100° F), headache, more intense pain and fatigue, and more severe, often dry cough. When you get the flu, you are also more prone to bronchitis, sinus, and ear infections.  Cold symptoms mostly affect above the neck and include: a runny or stuffy nose (nasal congestion), sneezing, sore through, and cough.  You may also experience a mild headache, body aches or a low grade fever. Typically, a cold lasts 2-14 days. Treatment If any problem is causing you discomfort,...

Allergies Allergies are an immune response triggered by allergens, an ordinarily harmful substance. Causes People with allergies have especially sensitive immune systems that react when they contact allergens. Common allergens include: foods (nuts, eggs, milk, soy, shellfish, wheat) pollen mold latex pet dander Symptoms Because there are so many possible causes, the symptoms of allergies vary widely. Airborne allergens, like pollen and pet dander, are likely to cause: Eye irritation Runny nose Stuffy nose Puffy, watery eyes Sneezing Inflamed, itchy nose and throat Allergens that are consumed, like foods or certain medications, can cause: Hives or skin rashes Gastrointestinal distress (diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, excessing gas, indigestion) Tingling or swelling of the lips, face, or tongue Itchiness Difficulty breathing or wheezing Fainting/ or lightheadedness In cases of a more extreme response, called anaphylaxis, symptoms are severe and life-threatening. Treatment The easiest and mos...

Three people killed in Nottingham attack, UK police say On Tuesday, three people, including two students, were killed in an attack in the city of Nottingham in central England. Nottinghamshire Police arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of murder. The police were first alerted to an incident on Ilkeston Road near the city center, where two 19-year-olds were found dead. The University of Nottingham later confirmed that two university students had been killed. The police were then called to another incident on Milton Street, where a van had attempted to hit three people, who were later hospitalized. A man in his fifties was also found dead on Magdala Road. The police believe that all three incidents are connected and have described it as a "city attack." Lynn Haggitt, an eyewitness, reported seeing a white van hitting two people during her morning commute. Lynn Haggitt, an eyewitness, described seeing a woman go up on the kerb and a man being launched into the air. She said ...

Trump’s arraignment: The scene outside the Miami courthouse The Miami courthouse was a chaotic scene as journalists eagerly anticipated the arrival of the former president. There were peculiar sights such as a pig's head on a spike and Uncle Sam riding a hoverboard. It seems like the scene outside of the federal courthouse in Miami, Florida was relatively quiet until a man dressed as Uncle Sam on a hoverboard began singing a tribute to Donald Trump and his supporters. This performance caused a stir among reporters and photographers who were waiting for the former president's arraignment. Officials in the area are preparing for possible protests surrounding the courthouse where Trump is scheduled to receive the 37 criminal charges related to mishandling classified documents. Trump has denied these charges and claims they are part of an effort to sabotage his 2024 presidential campaign. There are concerns about the possibility of political violence and far-right demonstrations in...

What is fennel? Fennel is a vegetable that is white-green in variety and bulb-like apparently, with green stems and fronds. Assortments, for example, the Florence or Finocchio are treated as a vegetable, yet you can likewise purchase fennel as a spice with foliage looking like dill. An individual from the Apiaceae (carrot) family, it's developed for its palatable shoots, leaves and seeds, and has major areas of strength for a flavor, making it an appealing and flexible fixing. Nutrient content in fennel A 80g serving of fennel contains: 10 kcals/40 kJ 0.7g protein 0.2g fat 1.4g sugars 2.6g fiber 352mg potassium 34mcg folate 112mcg carotene What are the 5 top medical  advantages of fennel? 1. May keep a healthy heart A decent wellspring of fiber as well as heart-accommodating supplements like potassium and folate, vegetables like fennel might uphold heart wellbeing. This is on the grounds that reviews report that a copious admission of vegetables in the eating regimen seems to...