Write an article based on this "Be selective. Be honest. Steer clear during breakouts. Use protection every time. Clean objects used during sex thoroughly. Combat the symptoms."
article: As with any STD, abstaining from sexual activity is the most effective way to prevent genital herpes.  Barring that, limiting your number of sexual partners reduces the likelihood of transmission.  You can consider a reduced risk of contracting an STD as one benefit of engaging in long-term, monogamous sexual relationships. Of course, honesty within the monogamous relationship, and taking protective measures as needed, are important in preventing the transmission of herpes as well. Not surprisingly, most people are not eager to discuss herpes with prospective or new sexual partners.  Getting past the stigmas and fears, however, and engaging in an honest discussion about STDs, is essential to protecting against transmission either to or from you.  If you know you have herpes, consider it your responsibility to inform your partners, even if this means engaging in an awkward conversation.  Likewise, take it upon yourself to ask your partners if they have or may have herpes. If you are concerned that you may have herpes, talk to your doctor about taking a simple blood test that can confirm or refute your suspicion.  Genital herpes can spread even when symptoms are not present, so it is best to err on the side of caution.  If it is even remotely possible that you or your partner has herpes, assume it to be so and take protective measures.  In fact, the protective measures recommended for preventing herpes transmission are good habits under all circumstances. Herpes is most likely to be transmitted when an infected person is symptomatic with the tell-tale blisters.  It is therefore imperative to avoid sexual activity during these flare-ups of the infection.  The same principle holds true for avoiding kissing and sharing of utensils, drinkware, etc., during breakouts of oral herpes.  For more information specific to dealing with oral herpes, click over to How to Live with Herpes. During breakouts in particular, any skin-to-skin contact in the “risk area” carries an increased risk of transmission, as any miniscule crack or opening in the skin is enough of an open door for the virus to enter.  For genital herpes, the risk area corresponds to the area of the body covered by a pair of boxer shorts. As with any STD, using a condom properly every time is essential to reducing the likelihood of transmitting herpes during sexual activity.  Only condoms made of latex or polyurethane, and properly employed, are effective at preventing transmission of herpes or other STDs.  If you or your partner has or may have herpes, you should use a condom every time, regardless of whether one of you is symptomatic at the time.  Remember, herpes can still be transmitted even without symptoms.  From opening the package to disposing of the used condom, proper technique and care to ensure proper coverage and avoid breakage or leakage is the key to preventing transmission.  Consult How to Use a Condom for detailed instructions. To prevent the spread of herpes during oral sex, males should wear condoms and females should employ "dental dams," which are essentially rectangular sheets of latex.  These can be purchased as-is, or made by cutting open a male condom or even a latex glove. Never attempt to reuse a condom, obviously, but also take care to clean and protect any sex toys, such as vibrators, you use or share.  Clean items carefully and thoroughly with soap and warm water after every use, and especially before sharing them. Cover items with condoms or similar forms of protection. Even though there is no cure for herpes, there are treatments available that can moderate or shorten breakouts, when transmission is more likely.  Several antiviral medications are available to combat genital herpes.  Talk to your doctor about which is right for you and when to take it.  You may be advised to take the medication consistently, or only during breakouts.  Remember, however, that none of these medications can cure herpes.  For more information on common herpes treatments, see How to Treat Herpes. A 2004 study in the New England Journal of Medicine indicated that, in cases where one partner had genital herpes, the transmission rate was reduced from 4% to 0.4% with the combination of: 1) abstaining from sex when symptomatic; 2) using a condom every time; and 3) taking the antiviral Valtrex daily. Therefore, with proper precautions taken, the transmission of genital herpes from an infected partner to a non-infected one can most often be prevented.  The keys, as always when dealing with herpes, are honesty, abstinence during symptoms, and proper protection.

Write an article based on this "Support the person if he or she chooses treatment. Be prepared for the person to refuse treatment. Enforce the consequences."
article: It might be awhile before you can determine whether the intervention was successful. Even if the person is initially receptive to treatment, there's a long way to go before things will feel stable and secure again. Help him or her feel connected and supported throughout this difficult period.  It's important for everyone involved in the intervention to do their part to make the process as smooth as possible.  Many people feel cynical and negative during recovery, complaining about the treatment facility, the therapist, the other members in the support group, and so on. Do not give in if the person asks to end the treatment plan early. Resist the temptation to commiserate, since this can damage the person's resilience. Don’t accept half measures. The person may argue that just two weeks of rehab was enough to cure the addiction, or that going to counseling three times a week is too much. Do what you can to help the person stick to the original treatment plan that was approved by a professional, since half measures don't usually work. Sometimes denial and anger end up winning the day, and the person decides not to get treatment. There's no way to force someone to get treatment if he or she just isn't ready. The most you can do is strongly encourage the person to go forth with the treatment plan, and make it clear you'll support him or her along the way.  Even if the person refuses treatment, this doesn’t mean the intervention was pointless. Now the person knows that his or her family thinks there’s a serious problem. By getting these issues out in the open, family can stop the process of enabling the person’s addiction. As painful as it might be, it’s important to enforce the consequences that you planned to put in place if the person refused treatment. Allowing the person to just continue living the same way as before the intervention is never going to help. Until the person has full control over his or her addiction, there's always danger that a crisis will happen. The best thing you can do is cut off funding, break up with the person, or do whatever you personally know will create a significant life change that may help the person take a new path.  If another crisis happens later, take advantage of it. For example, if the person ends up in jail or in the hospital, use that experience to show the person that he or she really does need treatment. Having a second intervention may be helpful. Remember, you are helping him  or her to heal. Sometimes, we need to endure the pain of a loved one in order to provide the person with the help needed to get well.

Write an article based on this "Change the way you wash your hair. Dry your hair with care. Style your hair gently."
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Do you wash your hair every day? This can dry it out, since you're washing away natural protective oils that help your hair stay strong and healthy. Washing them out causes your hair to be susceptible to breakage and split ends, which means you'll need more maintenance trims and it'll take much longer to grow your hair to the length you desire. To keep your hair healthy, follow this routine:  Wash your hair about three or four times a week. At first your hair might seem oily, but soon your scalp will produce just enough oil to moisturize your hair without overdoing it. Wash your hair with the coldest water you can handle. Washing with hot water leads to split ends and frizz, while cold water keeps the hair shaft smooth and healthy. The way you dry your hair can also have a big impact on how quickly it grows out. Do you tend to roughly towel dry your hair, brush out the tangles, then blow it dry? This sets your hair up for major breakage. When you're growing it out, ditch that routine and try this:  When you get out of the shower, gently squeeze the excess water from your hair, then pat it dry with a soft towel. Don't rub or massage it; just pat it. Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb, which is easier on hair than a brush. Work through tangles gently, so you don't break the hair as you pull through. Let your hair air dry most days. It's the healthiest way to dry your hair. Some days letting your hair air dry just won't do - especially if you're going to a special event and you want it to look well styled. On the days when you want your hair to look sleek and styled, try these alternatives:   Blow your hair using the cold setting. This is a lot less harsh on your hair, but it can still make your hair look smoother than air drying. Curl your hair without heat. Use the t-shirt method, the sock bun method, or another cool-curling method to curl your hair instead of using a curling iron or hot rollers.