Q: Many women douche in order to clean themselves after a period, rinse out vaginal discharge, or to clean out semen after sex. The great thing about the human body though, is that it is built to do these things on its own. The vagina cleans itself without douching, meaning that you don’t have to refer to man-made soaps and rinses in order to keep your vagina in healthy, working condition. The last few years of studies have offered up important research that shows that douching can be more harmful than beneficial to your body. The vagina naturally cleans itself with its high acidity and natural mucous, which douching removes. As a result of douching, you are more likely to suffer from a yeast infection or other bacterial infection. Talk to your doctor before you decide to douche, and do so at their discretion. Some women feel like they need to douche in order to get rid of itching or burning they feel near or inside their vagina. These are symptoms of an infection though, and douching simply covers them up. Rather than trying to  wash away these symptoms, meet with your doctor and explain what you’re experiencing. Although the vagina may have a very mild, constant odor, if you are experiencing a strong odor (outside of your menstrual cycle), it is likely a symptom of a possible infection. Instead of trying to rinse out the odor, talk to your doctor and ask for their advice. They may or may not support the idea of douching, but it is best to go to them first rather than possibly making things worse. Douching is not an alternative to a condom or other contraceptive; its primary goal is to ‘clean’ the inside of the vagina. Therefore, don’t douche in attempts to prevent an STD/STI or pregnancy after sex, as it will be ineffective. If you are concerned about keeping your vagina clean and odor-free in general, stick to washing the outside of your vagina instead. Use a mild soap and warm water in the shower or bath to remove any sweat or grime that might have built up on the exterior of your vagina, while your body does the work of cleaning the inside on its own.
A: Know that your body cleans out vaginal discharge, blood, and semen on its own. Douche at your doctor’s suggestion. Don’t douche to remove itching or burning sensations. Don’t douche to remove a strong odor. Don’t douche in attempts to prevent STDs or pregnancy. Wash the outside of your vagina as an alternative to douching.

Q: This action won't stop the car on its own. However, it may help to slow you down a little. Plus, it enables you to shout to other passengers and drivers as needed. Roll all the windows down that you can. If you can, look for a road that's going uphill, even if it's only slightly. If your car isn't braking, the slope may slow it down enough to come to a stop. For instance, even going up an on-ramp may slow you down, but be sure to stay out of the way of other cars if possible. However, don't try to turn into an uphill driveway, as you may not stop before you hit buildings. If other methods fail, turning the engine off can at least cut your speed off. Wait until you've slowed down as much as you possibly can before trying this method, as suddenly shutting the engine off can make you swerve. It can also damage your engine, though, so leave this as a last resort. Do not turn your engine to "lock," though, as that will also lock your wheel. You still need to be able to steer. If you absolutely can't stop your car another way, try dragging it along or over something to slow it. For instance, run the car along a curb or wall barrier, which will slow it, though it will likely destroy it in the process. You can also try driving in a straight line across mud or gravel. If you turn, though, it can cause the car to flip. Pay attention to what’s in front of you, and maneuver to avoid heavy traffic, pedestrians, and dangerous obstacles. You may be close to stopping, but you could still cause damage if you're not paying attention.
A: Open your windows to create air resistance in your car. Turn up a hill to slow yourself down. Turn the key to the "off" position if you can't stop. Drag your car as a last resort. Keep your eyes on the road and continue to steer.

Q: These are likely individuals you are close with and trust on a personal level. Tell them how you are feeling in a more meaningful and detailed way. You may also be honest and tell a coworker or peer you are close with how you are actually feeling. Respond by saying, “Actually, I’ve been feeling…” or “You know, I have been feeling…” If you are feeling depressed or going through a tough time, you could also mention that so that your loved ones can help you.   For example, you may respond, “Actually, I’ve been feeling a little down lately. I think I might be struggling with stress and anxiety” if you have not been feeling well or like yourself. You may respond, “You know, I’ve been feeling great. I finally have a job I love and I’m feeling more confident these days” if you are feeling positive and happy. ” Let them know if you are not feeling well or have a health issue that has been bothering you, as this will allow them to treat you properly. You should also give an honest answer to any other medical professionals, such as a nurse or a paramedic. If you are not feeling well, they need to know that so they can help you to feel better. This response will allow you to be honest and let the person know you are not feeling well. They may then ask you more questions and show sympathy for how you are feeling. Only use this response if you want to talk about your sickness or illness with the person. It is usually a prompt for the other person to find out more and try to make you feel better. ” Let the person know you appreciate their question and their willingness to listen to your long answer. This is a good way to end your response on a positive note, even if your response was about how you are feeling negative or not well. You can also say, “I appreciate that you asked how I was, thank you” or “Thanks for listening.” Show the person you want to engage in deeper conversation by asking “How are you?” once you have responded to their question.  For example, you may say, “I’m fine, thanks for asking. How are you?” or “I’m okay, thanks. How about you?” For some people, if you ask them the same question, they may nod and say "I'm good" or "I'm fine" and then be on their way. Don't be discouraged; asking how someone is doing is sometimes not taken as a real invitation to say much.
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Give a detailed answer when responding to a close friend, a family member, or your partner. Express how you are feeling. Provide a detailed response when your doctor asks “How are you? Say “Not great” or “I think I’m coming down with something” if you are feeling ill. Wrap up your response with “Thanks for asking. Ask the person how they are doing.