Article: This should go without saying, but too many people abandon animals because they didn't realize their living conditions were unfriendly to pets. If you're a renter, read over the terms of your lease regarding companion animals. If they are allowed, ask your landlord if your rent will be increased.  Make sure no one in your household is allergic to cats. If someone is allergic, make sure they can manage their allergies before bringing a furry friend into the home.  You can also consider adopting an allergy-friendly breed. These cats don't let loose as much dander as other breeds and are less likely to trigger allergies. However, there is no such thing as a totally hypoallergenic cat. While adult cats are independent, kittens don't like to be alone for too long. If you live alone, think about who will feed your cat if you have to work late or go away on business. Ask yourself if you're willing to clean the litter box at least daily and give the cat regular brushings. Even with regular brushings, cats shed regularly. This means you'll need to vacuum about once to twice a week.  If you don't live alone, you'll need to ask your housemates (significant other, children, flatmates, etc.) if they're willing to help with the responsibilities. If you have children, you could add feedings and brushings to their chores. Many shelters take care of the first check-up, microchipping, and spaying/neutering. However, you'll need to set money aside for yearly examinations and vaccinations. If you plan on letting your cat outside, you'll need to budget for heartworm prevention. You'll also need to consider the expenses involved in buying food, treats, and cat litter. If you have to be away from home often, you should also consider the cost of a trusted cat sitter. Consider insuring your pet against unforeseen health expenses.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Make sure you can bring a cat into your home. Weigh the responsibilities. Make sure you have enough money.

Problem: Article: Your body needs rest to fight off the virus, as rest gives your immune system time and energy to work.  One way to sleep better is to lightly elevate the top half of your body with pillows, making breathing easier.  Another way to get better sleep is to relax before bed with teas such as chamomile.  Nasal strips relieve congestion at night, making it easier to sleep. You'll get more rest at home, and stress can make symptoms worse. Also, you won't infect colleagues if you stay home. You're generally contagious for 24 hours before you show symptoms and for 5 to 7 days after you begin showing symptoms. Severe cases of the flu may take even longer. Try fresh ginger chopped with hot water poured over it. Place your head over the bowl with a towel over your head. You can also add Vicks VapoRub to the water in place of the ginger. Hot beverages and soup also help, especially if you try to breathe in the steam as you drink or eat them. Steam helps break up congestion. It turns out that chicken noodle soup does help with colds and flu. Like hot beverages, the steam breaks up congestion. However, it provides other benefits, as well. The amino acid cysteine in chicken is similar to a bronchitis drug, which may explain why soup soothes symptoms. A hot shower can also help congestion through steam, and it can soothe achy muscles, as well. Take a few deep breaths of the steam while showering to cut through congestion. Humidifier moisten nasal passages and help with congestion at night. Be sure to clean it twice a week, change the water daily, and use distilled water. Humidifiers can be breeding grounds for bacteria and mold, which can worsen allergy and asthma symptoms. Honey or cinnamon can reduce irritation in the throat, which can decrease dry coughing. Gargling soothes a sore throat. Add a small amount of salt to water, and dissolve the salt. Use it to rinse out the back of your throat, and then spit the water out. Staying hydrated breaks up thick mucus, making you less congested. While washing your hands reduces your chances of infecting other people, it also stops you from catching something else while you're recovering. Zinc and ginseng can strengthen your immune symptom. However, you shouldn't take more than 50 milligrams of zinc a day, as it can actually suppress your immune system if you take too much. Try zinc if someone in your household has the flu but you don’t.
Summary: Get plenty of rest. Take time off. Use steam. Try chicken noodle soup. Jump in the shower. Use a humidifier. Add honey to your tea. Gargle saltwater. Drink your liquids. Wash your hands often. Try zinc or a supplement with ginseng.

They will smooth and hydrate itchy skin. Do this  at least once a week for maximum benefit.  Take 1/3 cup oatmeal and blend in a blender until it's a fine powder. Pour into your warm bath as you run the water, to help mix it thoroughly. After your bath the oatmeal powder may be left in tub, especially if you did not blend enough. Don't worry, this isn't difficult to clean (unless you leave it in for days). Oatmeal baths can be bought in stores too if you would rather nix the extra work of blending it yourself. If you live in a dry area, your skin will be extra sensitive, and a humidifier can help. By adding moisture to the air, this basic machine can help your skin to stay soft.  Using distilled water (pure water, no minerals, no contaminants) is recommended. Tap water contains lead, chlorine and nitrates, which is best to avoid whenever possible. If you don’t have your own humidifier, consider making your own using an old t-shirt and fan. Low temperatures and humidity dry out skin, leaving it rough. For someone suffering with keratosis pilaris, this can aggravate your condition even more. If you live in a cool, dry area, make sure to moisturize daily. Keratosis pilaris is typically less noticeable in the summer, which may have ties to being in the sun. Spend a little time outdoors to get the hormonal boost the sun provides while aiding your skin in clearing out dead cells.  Always wear sunscreen when you spend time in the sun to avoid skin damage. There have been no official studies that prove sunlight improves keratosis pilaris, but there seems to be a correlation between the two. If nothing else, spending time in the sun has direct links to lessening depression and anxiety, which is good for everyone. Taking extremely hot baths or showers can scald the skin and dry it out. When possible take warm or cool baths and showers to lessen the effect of the heat on your skin. Take a visit to your dermatologist to get a prescription for medication which may help your case. Your doctor may prescribe an ointment or cream, but each should make a difference in improving your skin. Although this is expensive and not beneficial in 100% of cases, getting laser treatment may help severe cases of keratosis pilaris. If you have been struggling for many years with your skin condition, this may be a viable option for you.
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Take oatmeal baths. Use a humidifier. Avoid cold, dry weather. Go out in the sun. Avoid too much hot water. Get a prescription for retinol. Try laser treatment.