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Symptoms Of The Common Cold

January 7, 2022
The common cold is a highly contagious viral infection, for which there is no cure. cOLDS ARE caused by one of several airborne viruses.
Common Cold Symptoms
  • Stuffy, Runny Nose
  • Scratchy, Tickly Throat
  • Sneezing
  • Watering Eyes
  • Low Grade Fever
  • Sore Throat
  • Milld Hacking Cough
  • Achy Muscles and Bones
  • Headache
  • Mild Fatigue
  • Chills
  • Watery Discharge From Nose That Thickens and Turns Yellow or Green

Source: HopkinsMedicine.org

Symptoms Of Pneumonia

January 7, 2022

Pneumonia is an infection of one or both lungs, caused by either bacteria, virus or fungus

Common Pneumonia Symptoms
  • High Fever Up to 105 F
  • Coughing Up Green, Yellow or Bloody Mucous
  • Chills That Make You Shake
  • Feeling Like You Can’t Catch Your Breath
  • Feeling Very Tired
  • Loss of Appetite
  • Sharp or Stabbing Chest Pain (especially when coughing or taking a deep breath).
  • Sweating a lot
  • Fast Breathing and Heartbeat
  • Lips and Fingernails Turning Blue
  • Confusion (in older people)

Source: WebMD.com

Hiking Accident Prevention: The 10 Essentials of Hiking

January 7, 2022

The 10 Essentials of Hiking

  • Map & Compass
  • Sufficient Water
  • Sufficient Food
  • Rain Wear
  • Fire Starter
  • First Aid Kit
  • All-In-One-Tool
  • Lighting
  • Sunscreen
  • Emergency Shelter

By bringing the ten essentials of hiking, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety.

The ten essentials apply to all levels of hiking. Whether you’re a day or overnight hiker, at some point in your outdoor experience, the ten essentials will eventually prove to be a life-saver.

If you’re not familiar with reading a map and compass, learn how to use them before your next trip. The same goes with setting up an emergency shelter, fire starter or using an all-in-one tool.

Practice map and compass, emergency shelter, and fire starter skills, in your back yard under similar weather conditions you’d expect to find on your hiking trip.

Click here for more detailed information about the 10 Essentials from the Washington Trails Association

Where to buy the 10 Essentials: Sporting goods stores, REI.com, Amazon

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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Trip Planning Resources For Hikers and Backpackers

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