INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Clean and dry the basil:  First, remove all leaves from the stems. If you're going to try out the second freezing method, then you will probably want to leave some of the buds intact. The stems should be discarded. Rinse the leaves thoroughly, taking care not to bruise them. Finally, remove excess water from the leaves by using a salad spinner or laying them out on towels to dry. Place 1 or 2 handfuls of the basil in your food processor, then chop or purée the basil leaves with extra virgin olive oil and a bit of salt. Coating the basil pieces with oil protects them from air so they can maintain their color and flavor. Pour the purée into small air-tight containers and add some extra olive oil on top. After defrosting the purée, re-process adding your favorite pesto ingredients. This method takes a little more time, but is still an easy way to freeze basil. This method keeps whole individual leaves or plant buds intact to use as garnish.  Put prepared leaves and buds on trays in the freezer for about one to two hours. Once they are frozen, put them into airtight containers. Do not overcrowd them because they will lose their shape. After defrosting for use, you can julienne the leaves or use them whole as garnish on pasta dishes or soups. This method is the easiest of all the freezing methods.  Simply pack the leaves into a cleaned out milk carton with the top cut down. Seal the top closed. Use quart (950ml) sized cartons and then put the sealed carton inside a Ziploc baggy to make it air-tight. When you want to use the basil for cooking, cut off a slice of the carton and re-store the remainder as it was. The frozen leaves are great to use in sauces.

SUMMARY: Prepare the basil for freezing. Freeze the basil by starting a pesto sauce. Freeze the basil as is. Freeze the basil using a milk carton.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Heatstroke is a potentially life-threatening emergency. If you think someone may have heatstroke, call emergency services or take them to the emergency room right away. Someone with severe heatstroke may have to be admitted to the ICU. They will likely need to be treated with IV fluids. Check their temperature periodically. If their temperature has risen to 103 °F (39 °C) or above, it is getting dangerously high and you need to seek emergency medical care. While some people may not develop red, flushed skin, it can indicate a worsening condition, particularly if they were pale and clammy before. The skin may feel dry or damp to the touch. These symptoms can indicate heatstroke, as can the person losing their appetite. Talk to the person to see if they've noticed these symptoms. You could say, "Do you feel nauseated? Have you vomited?" While heavy sweating is an indicator a person is getting too hot, the sudden absence of sweat means the person has gotten severely dehydrated. If the person has been cooling down and drinking water for 10 to 30 minutes, a slow decrease in sweat isn't a cause for concern. As the person gets warmer, it can affect their ability to think clearly. You may notice they can't answer your questions coherently or use clear speech, for instance. They may try to fight you off as you attempt to cool them down. Be gentle with them, but cool them down and seek medical help. Children and older adults are particularly vulnerable to heatstroke. Keep a close eye on potentially vulnerable people in situations where they may be exposed to extreme heat or overexertion. If you notice signs of heatstroke, remove them from the situation and seek medical attention immediately.

SUMMARY: Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect heatstroke. Watch for a rising temperature. Look for red, flushed skin that's hot to the touch. Ask if the person is nauseated or has vomited. Pay attention if the person suddenly stops sweating. Watch for confusion, slurred speech, and irritation. Be especially vigilant with children and elderly people.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There are many chemicals and herbal treatments sold as tick killers for pets. Many of these can be dangerous for young animals, or for small children who play with the pet. Talk to a veterinarian first if possible.  Use a treatment specifically for your pet's species (such as cat or dog). If small children or other pets are in the house, look for an oral medicine. Never use a treatment that contains an organophosphate. Check the ingredients for amitraz, fenoxycarb, permethrin, propoxur, and tetrachlorvinphos (TCVP). Dry heat will kill almost all ticks, but wet heat might not. After walking through areas with ticks, put your clothes through the dryer. Wash them afterward, then dry again. This chemical kills ticks faster than other insecticides, and is safer for humans. Spray it over your clothes before a hike, and on the inside rim of shirt sleeves and trouser legs.   Never use permethrin around cats. They can become sick and may even die.  Talk to your doctor first if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to ragweed.  Permethrin skin cream is not typically used for ticks.

SUMMARY: Choose a pet treatment. Put clothes through the dryer first. Spray clothes with permethrin.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Developing a friendship takes time, but you can speed the process by showing genuine interest in the other person. Ask the person questions about their interests to show that you want to get to know them. Some topics you might ask them about include their:  Favorite TV shows, movies, books, and video games. Hobbies and other special interests. Recent vacations or new experiences. to what the other person says. Being a good listener is an important trait to look for and to have as a friend, so make sure that you demonstrate your ability to be a good listener whenever you are with the person. When they are talking, put away anything that might distract you, such as your phone or laptop, and face the person. Make eye contact and nod to show that you are listening to them. Some other ways you can show that you are listening include:  Making neutral statements, such as “Yes,” “Go on,” and “I see.” Asking questions to encourage them to keep talking, such as “What happened next?” and “How did that make you feel?” Rephrasing what the person says to clarify, such as by saying, “It sounds like you were really frustrated!” The golden rule is a great one to follow if you want to be treated well by other people. Be kind to your friends and potential friends if you want them to be kind to you. Some ways you can do this include:  Being on time when you make plans with them. Asking how they are doing whenever you see them or talk with them. Offering to help them if they are struggling with something. If you’re still pursuing a friendship with someone who is gay, make sure that you treat them with the same respect and consideration that you’d treat anyone else. Don’t make assumptions about their likes, dislikes, knowledge, or behavior based on their sexual orientation. Be a good friend to them and treat them as you would any other friend.  For example, don’t assume that because a man is gay, he knows all about fashion. This is a stereotype of gay men that is untrue. Or, if you need relationship advice, don’t assume that a gay male friend is more likely to give you good advice than a female friend or straight male friend.

SUMMARY:
Ask questions to get to know someone better. Listen attentively Treat them how you would like to be treated. Avoid making assumptions based on their sexual orientation.