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With summer entering its final few weeks, many people do not realise that for the wasp, things are just hotting up. Although the wasp season officially starts in April, during August and September the young adult wasps (“workers”) born in the spring leave their nests, meaning there are a lot more flying about than during other times of the summer. Others which were busy bringing up and feeding larval wasps, keeping the nest in shape, are now free to hunt for food, especially with the fruit on trees ripening. Wasps are also attracted by meat, so BBQ’s will always attract their fair number.
In this latter part of the summer, the wasps become more and more dependent on food and will therefore aggressively seek it out, so during this time they are more likely to deliver a sting if bothered. This year’s cold winter followed by a relatively warm summer has also suited wasps and kept their population numbers well up. It’s no surprise then that pest controllers are entering a busy time, with many being called out to deal with nests or swarms.
It’s always worth remembering that if you are being bothered by a wasp, the best thing to do is to leave it alone or move inside, as trying to swat it will simply make it angrier and therefore more likely to sting you. When a wasp stings, a pheromone is released in the venom that signals other wasps nearby to attack the same area that was already stung.
If you are unlucky to be stung, remove the sting immediately by scraping it away - don't pull it as the sting is barbed. You should then apply a cool pack - with antihistamine tablets or a spray http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk/wasp-eze-bites-and-sting-spray_1_4582.html. Paracetamol will soothe any discomfort.
If you're stung in the mouth, eye or throat, or in any doubt about the sting's severity, seek seeking urgent medical advice from a doctor.
Elton John was reportedly forced to cancel his concert in Tucson, Arizona this week after being hit with a bout of food poisoning.
The legendary musician who was due to perform in front of an 8,800 crowd on Wednesday was forced to postpone the show due to contracting the illness.
Food poisoning is a common, usually mild, but sometimes deadly illness. Symptoms typically include vomiting, nausea, abdominal cramping and diarrhoea that occurs soon (within 48 hours) after consuming a contaminated food or drink.
If you fall ill with food poisoning the most important thing to remember is that you should avoid becoming dehydrated because this will make you feel worse and slow your recovery time. Dehydration is a risk because fluid is lost through vomiting and diarrhoea.
Fsc Acidophilus Bifidus & Fos is ideal for having a healthy digestive system and offering immune support and is particularly helpful for food poisoning along with yeast infections, and travellers (experiencing different food & water)
To buy Fsc Acidophilus Bifidus Fos tablets go to: http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk/fsc-acidophilus-bifidus-fos_1_52738.html
Food poisoning can largely be treated at home but if you condition persists you should consult your doctor immediately.
Since Kylie turned 40 we have all been in awe of her flawless, wrinkle free appearance. How does she look so good? I hear you cry!
While Kylie admits that she has dabbled in botox in the past, she has now embraced her age and replaced Botox with a traditional (and cheap!) anti-ageing cream. 
In an exclusive interview with the News Of The World Kylie states that she owes her wrinkle-free appearance to Pond's Traditional Cold Cream.
"It's really changed my skin," she said. "I use it every day. It's all I really use to look after my skin."
She goes on to say that "It's such an old classic. My mum uses it. I wanted to see what all the fuss was about and it really does work. It's made such a difference."
It’s been reported today that pop star Cheryl Cole has been struck down with malaria. It is thought the X Factor judge was bitten by a mosquito on a short break to Tanzania last month, which goes to show that it doesn’t matter how luxurious your surroundings are, you can still be bitten by mosquitoes and contract the potentially fatal disease.
Apparently Cheryl was taking pills but was very unlucky. However, if you take anti-malaria tablets as prescribed a week before travelling, it’s 99% certain that you won’t get malaria.
We advise that you start taking anti-malaria tablets one week before travelling to malaria-risk zones such as Kenya, Zimbabwe or Tanzania, and then continue for four weeks after you get back.
It is important that you don’t forget to take a dose and you should still take precautions to avoid being bitten including using repellents such as mosquito milk and sleeping under mosquito nets.
If you fall ill within three months of your return, you should consult your doctor immediately and let them know that you have visited a country when malaria is rife. And, if you are ever in doubt, always go and see your GP for advice well before you travel.
To buy anti-malaria tablets go to: http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk/search_results.php?q=malaria+tablets
To buy mosquito repellent go to: http://www.chemistdirect.co.uk/mosquito-repellent_s5.html
Doing your homework on malaria and taking precautions will allow you to enjoy your exotic holiday and concentrate on spotting the big 5 on safari!
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