Problem: Article: If your outbreak was caused by external contact with an allergen, clearing that allergen from your skin right away can help lessen the severity of the reaction.  Avoid soap products that contain sodium laurel sulfate as this chemical often irritates an allergic reaction.  Unscented, gentle cleansers such as Dove, Aveeno, Cetaphil, or Shur-clens are good options. Many lotions and ointments are available over-the-counter at supermarkets or drug stores that can provide immediate relief for symptoms like itching and burning. Try some of the following:  Calamine Lotion, which should be applied as needed unless otherwise directed. However, be careful not to leave calamine lotion on the skin too long as this can irritate the rash more.  Aloe Vera should be applied two or three times a day until the area begins to heal. Hydrocortisone cream, sold at most drug stores and supermarkets, is available without a prescription and can provide temporary relief of skin rashes caused by allergens.  Low-strength (.5 or 1%) hydrocortisone creams are typically applied one to four times a day until symptoms begin to clear up. Hydrocortisone cream comes in the form of an ointment, lotion, foam, liquid, gel, spray, and a moist towelette. Choose whichever form you're most comfortable using, and follow the instructions on the label.Ointments tend to be more soothing to irritated skin.  Lotions can sting and are best for covering larger areas. For some, over-the-counter lotions and creams further irritate their skin. If that's the case for you, you may want to invest in some natural remedies.  Clay can provide a cooling sensation and thus decrease the need to itch a rash. Use virgin, untreated clay. Mix the clay in a bowl or cup of water until it has a creamy consistency, dab it on itchy or irritated areas, let it dry, and then peel it off.  If peeling the clay is causing any further irritation, try re-wetting the clay and gently removing with a soft, wet towel. Apple Cider Vinegar has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that relieve itching. Dab a few drops on a cotton ball or washcloth and apply to the affected area. Peppermint or peppermint leaves can provide an instant cooling sensation that relieves irritated skin. Crush up some peppermint leaves and rub them directly on the skin. Basil leaves contain anti-itch compounds called camphor and thymol. Rubbing fresh basil leaves on the skin can relieve some symptoms. Oatmeal's anti-inflammatory properties allow it to soothe itchy, irritated skin.An oatmeal bath can help reduce or relieve symptoms. Fill a bath with lukewarm or cold water and then add half a cup of oatmeal to it. Soak for 15 to 20 minutes.  It's best to use colloidal oatmeal, which is oatmeal ground into a finer powder. It dissolves easily and leaves less mess to clean up afterwards. If unavailable, you can grind regular oatmeal into a powder using a mixer. The oats can also be placed in a muslin bag or cheesecloth and hung in the water.  Some people find adding a few teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil to their bath helps, as it is a natural moisturizer. If you choose olive oil, be careful when getting in and out of the tub as it will make the area slippery. Sometimes the simplest solutions can be the best.  Wet a soft towel or washcloth with cool water and apply to the rash 2-3 times per day for 15-30 minutes.  The cool water can lessen the sensation of itching and may reduce swelling as well.
Summary: Wash your skin right away with cool water and soap. Use lotions or ointments. Try hydrocortisone cream. Use natural treatments. Try an oatmeal bath. Use cool water.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Basic plastic tags are the most common and least expensive means of identification used by small-lot farmers. These feature a broad, flat display panel bearing an easy-to-read ID number. There are also more sophisticated electronic identification systems (EIDs), which make it possible for ranchers to track their livestock remotely via special radio frequencies.  The decision of which type of tag to use may come down to the size of your herd, the acreage you've allotted for grazing, or the amount of money you're willing to spend on simplifying the identification process. If you're tagging an animal for the first time, don't forget to note its age or purchase date on paper in case something happens to the tag. For the wellbeing of your livestock, it’s important that all materials that come into contact with the cow’s ear be properly sterilized beforehand. Wipe down the pin (male) and clip (female) components with rubbing alcohol or a disinfecting solution like chlorhexidine or betadine. This will help eliminate any bacteria present.  You can also swab the inner and outer surfaces of the cow’s ear using a cloth or cotton ball soaked in alcohol for added protection. Take care not to let any of the solution drip into the ear canal itself. Be sure to clean the applicator thoroughly before and after use. In addition to protecting your cows from infection, cleaning and disinfecting the applicator after each tagging session will keep it working longer. Insert the pointed stud on the backside of the visual panel onto the long, slender pin. Then, fit the button or backing into the clip on the opposite arm of the applicator. Double-check that both pieces are fully inserted and attached securely before moving on.  New applicator tools are often labelled with diagram stickers indicating where each piece goes and how to load it correctly. Make sure that the panel of the tag is facing away from the male stud piece so that it will be visible from the outside of the cow’s ear. Before you get to tagging, give your applicator a practice run. Squeeze the handles of the device together slowly so that the jaw closes to the point just before the two tag pieces meet. The stud should be perfectly centered with the hole in the backing piece.  If the hole and stud are out of alignment, it may be necessary to remove and reload them. Be careful not to close the jaw completely, or you’ll have wasted a tag.

SUMMARY: Select the best type of tag for your cattle. Clean the applicator to decrease the risk of infection. Load the two halves of the tag into the applicator. Check the alignment of the applicator jaw.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Different landlords and property managers may have different expectations for their tenants. Most leases require their tenants to leave rental units clean and undamaged beyond “ordinary wear and tear.”  While “ordinary wear and tear” can be hard to define, it generally refers to damage that occurs as a result of regular use of a space or appliance, as opposed to damage that results from carelessness, neglect, or intentional abuse. Depending on local landlord-tenant polity, your landlord or property manager may or may not want you to repair minor damage to the property, such as nail holes or chipped paint. Make note of any areas that particularly need to be cleaned, such as smudged or stained walls, dirty cabinets, dirty pet areas, and grimy or mildewed kitchen and bathroom surfaces. Make a list of any notable damage to your unit, such as holes in the screens, missing or damaged blinds, scratches or gouges in the hardwood floors, chipped paint, or marks on the walls that cannot be easily cleaned off. Check your light fixtures, smoke detectors, fridge, stove, and any other appliances that belong to the property in order to make sure that they are working and in good condition. This way you can avoid any unpleasant surprises during the move-out inspection. In general, it is the responsibility of the landlord or property manager to make major repairs or replace broken appliances. However, it is the tenant's responsibility to inform the landlord of these problems as they occur.
Summary:
Review the move-out policy in your lease. Examine your apartment for dirt. Examine your apartment for damage. Make sure your appliances are functioning properly. Talk to your landlord about any damage or problems you find.