Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take oral antihistamines. Apply calamine lotion. Try hydrocortisone cream.

Answer: Antihistamines increase the passage of white blood cells in your body while reducing your body's production of histamine, which your immune system releases in response to an allergen. Depending on the severity of your reaction, your doctor may recommend a prescription-strength antihistamine, or they may advise you to use an over-the-counter antihistamine.  Diphenhydramine (Benadryl). In the case of severe allergy, it is always good to use diphenhydramine (Benadryl) as this is a strong antihistamine. Consider keeping some in your first aid kit for emergencies. Other common over-the-counter antihistamines include loratadine (Claritin), cetirizine (Zyrtec), or chlorpheniramine (Aller-Chlor).  The dosage you take will depend on some factors, including your age and the particular antihistamine you are taking. Follow the instructions on the package, or ask a doctor or pharmacist for dosage instructions. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking antihistamines, as most first-generation antihistamines (like Benadryl) can cause severe drowsiness, making it difficult to function.  Do not use antihistamines if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. These medications may cause adverse side effects in infants and could cause birth defects in developing fetuses.  Do not give antihistamines to children under four years of age. If your little one is experiencing a severe allergy, take them to the emergency room. Do not wait it out with respiratory difficulties or facial swelling — get emergency care as soon as possible. Some elderly patients experience adverse side effects from an antihistamine. These side effects include confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, and irritability. This places them at risk for falling. Falling and breaking hips can be fatal to the elderly, as their immune systems are not as robust as young to middle-aged adults. If you are experiencing a rash or hives caused by an allergic reaction, calamine lotion may help soothe the itching and discomfort.  Calamine lotion contains a mixture of calamine, zinc oxide, and other ingredients. Calamine and zinc oxide are both known anti-itch topical medications.  Calamine is for external use only. You should not ingest calamine, nor should you apply it near the eyes, nose, mouth, genitals, or anal areas. Low-dose hydrocortisone cream is available over-the-counter at 0.5 or one percent concentrations, though stronger concentrations are available by prescription. This topical medication suppresses your body's immune system reaction to relieve skin irritations, itching, and rashes.  Hydrocortisone cream is a topical steroid. This class of medication is generally safe, but should not be used for more than seven consecutive days to avoid complications, including itching, cracked skin, thinned skin, and acne.  Topical hydrocortisone should not be used on children under two years of age. Do not use this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless otherwise directed by your physician.  Apply to the affected areas one to four times daily for up to seven days. Avoid contact with the eyes if you are applying this medication to your face.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use a jamming device if legal in your area. Identify the frequency you want to jam. Turn on a device at the same frequency. Alter your router for more control over jamming. Select the transmission channel. Change other settings.

Answer: Using a jamming device is illegal in many countries, including the United States. If it is legal in your area, all you need to do is buy one and turn it on close to the source of the network. However, in most areas, you will need to resort to the more complex, legal methods below. Alternatively skip to the section below instead for legal ways to prevent neighbors from using your signal, and reduce nearby signals' effect on your own network.  Jamming can interfere with emergency radio communications and other vital communications. Even if it is legal in your area, it's best not to use a jamming device in a densely populated area. Don't assume jamming devices are legal just because someone in your area is selling them. These merchants may be breaking the law. Assuming jamming devices are illegal in your area, you'll need to use a more targeted method. Each wireless device sends signals on one or more frequencies. To drown this signal out, you'll need to operate on the same one. Look up the name of the device you're trying to jam, or use this guide to WiFi frequencies:  WiFi routers that follow the 802.11b or 802.11g standards operate at a frequency of 2.4GHz. This is a safe bet if you can't identify the router. WiFi routers with the 802.11a standard operate at 5GHz. The 802.11n standard can operate at either 2.4 or 5GHz. You may need to jam both frequencies. Some modern routers with this standard can alter their frequency automatically, which will make it much harder to jam.  If you don't know the type of router being used, try downloading a program or app for viewing nearby wireless networks. Some of these will identify the frequency and channel being used, but the free versions usually do not. You can block a 2.4GHz wireless signal by operating a microwave, an older cordless phone, a Bluetooth advice, and many other wireless devices. As long as it's labeled 2.4GHz, it should interfere with a nearby 2.4GHz network. The effect can vary between a slight slowdown and a complete shutoff, but unfortunately there's no way to tell in advance which it will be.  The device must be broadcasting a signal. For instance, play music into a phone, or tape down the number buttons so they're being pressed continually. Do not run a microwave with nothing inside. To improve the jamming ability of a 2.4GHz cordless phone, expose the circuitry, then attach the antenna leads to a wire taped to a CD. This may violate laws where jamming is illegal. If your WiFi router operates on the same frequency, you can fine tune its settings to cause intentional interference. Start by accessing your router's settings. To do this, open an internet browser and enter the address of your router in the URL bar. Try the following common options, until you see a page of router options:  http://192.168.0.1 http://192.168.1.1 http://192.168.2.1 http://192.168.11.1 If none of these work, search for your router model's IP address online, or try to find it listed in the Network or WiFi settings of your computer or mobile device.  You may need to log in before you can view the settings. Refer to your router manual if you do not know the password. A router does not use its entire range of possible frequencies at once. Instead, the range is divided into 14 channels in the 2.4GHz range, and 23 channels in the 5GHz range. Depending on your router, you may not have access to all these channels, or you may have limited ability to change this setting. Do your best to use as many channels as possible. If you can only use one or two channels at a time, switch between each channel and test whether the nearby network's signal strength has dropped.  At 2.4GHz, most routers operate on the 1, 6, and 11 channels. Use these channels as well to interfere with the other network. Nearby channels overlap with each other, causing some interference. Using channels 3, 7, and 11 will slow down almost any nearby WiFi network, at least a little. At 5GHz, there are many more channels available. There's no standard settings menu for all routers. You may not have access to all these settings, or your router may use different names. Look at your router's documentation for more information. If you do see any of the following settings, make these changes:  Set "Channel Width" or "Bandwidth" to the largest possible range. Disable automatic channel selection. Boost power output to maximum.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Develop a network of friends. Maintain a healthy relationship with your family. Practice effective communication. Get involved in your community.

Answer:
Friends are a critical part of a social network, which is why it’s important to maintain a friend group. Make an effort to reach out and connect with your current friends. Stay in touch, and try to see them when you can. If you don’t feel supported by your current friend network or if you’re in a new area, work on making new friends.  There is no set number of friends and acquaintances that you should have. If you’re more introverted, you may choose to keep a small group of close-knit friends. If you’re more extroverted, you may have a couple close friends and many casual friends. Both are okay. Use local meetup sites and message boards to find people in your area with similar interests. A healthy family dynamic should allow you to spend time with your kids, take time with just your partner, and stay connected to your parents and relatives. If you have children, spend some bonding time with them every day. If you have a partner, schedule a weekly date night with them. Have a standing phone call with your parents once a week. Connecting with your family will help keep your relationships strong. If your relationship with your biological family isn’t strong, you may choose to focus more on your close personal friends. People who are family by choice instead of blood are just as important. Communicating clearly and effectively helps enhance almost any interpersonal relationship. Improve your communication by practicing clear, concise speaking as well as active listening. Practice these skills with everyone in your daily life from your friends and family to your coworkers to the check-out clerk at the grocery store.  When your actively listening, the speaker has your full attention. Focus on both the words they are saying, as well as their body language and emotion. Offer confirmation that you understand their message with statements like, “I understand that you want us to spend more time together.” If you find you are becoming stressed or overly-emotional in a situation, ask to excuse yourself or put the subject on pause until you are able to clear your head. Civic engagement can help you connect with other members of your community, give back, and foster gratitude. Look for areas where you can volunteer or get involved, such as coaching a local sports team, working at a food pantry, or working with your local community theater. If you have a particular skill or talent, see if you can use that in your community work. If you knit, for example, consider knitting mittens or scarves for a local shelter.