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Puzzled Green; think
Incredible Hulk
In recognition of National Eczema Month,
which was in October, ScratchMeNots
have launched in two new colours, Papaya
Splash and Puzzled Green.
The colours not only coordinate with
the National Eczema Association’s (NEA)
brand colors, they work to increase
awareness about the prevalence of
eczema and ways to help ease its effects.
Andrea Thomas, creator of
ScratchMeNots, is excited about the new
colours and the chance to raise
awareness. “Our children wearing NEA
colours can help spread the word by
educating those we encounter about
eczema and how it impacts children and
families,” she said. “Plus, the colours are
great and can easily be worn with
Halloween costumes.”
“With eczema, kids are constantly
scratching itchy skin which causes skin
damage rather quickly. We're excited that
ScratchMeNot Flip Mitten Sleeves prevent
this damage by allowing parents to cover
their fingers when they scratch and when
the scratching has subsided, parents can
open the mittens allowing hands free
time,” said Thomas. When their hands are
covered, children can still do all normal
activities including playing, eating and
writing.
According to research, approximately
10% of children suffer from eczema,
usually starting in infancy, a skin
condition that constitutes an itchy rash.
Many children cannot stop scratching
long enough for their skin to heal. That is
why ScratchMeNot Flip Mitten Sleeves
are essential for young ones with eczema,
for newborns to age six.
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Cys-control bladder relief from Arkopharma
is a product that utilises the benefits of
concentrated cranberry extract as a
preventative and remedial supplement for
urinary discomfort associated with urinary
tract infections (UTI’s) – typically cystitis and
prostatitis.
Cystitis
Cystitis refers to the inflammation of the
bladder wall. It usually occurs when the
urethra and bladder become infected by
bacteria which cause irritation and
inflammation. It’s a fairly common lower
urinary tract infection that affects both
genders (though it’s more common to
women) and all age groups. Urinary tract
infections (UTI’s) account for a significant
proportion of hospital-acquired infections,
especially patients using urinary catheters.
Known causes/risks:
• Inserting tampons (low risk) and urinary
catheters (high risk)
• Using the diaphragm for contraception
(increased risk)
• Failing to empty the bladder completely
• Frequent and/or vigorous sexual activity
• A blockage in the urinary system
• Other bladder or kidney problems
• The reduced presence of vaginal mucus
and a thinning of the urethra associated
with menopause.
Symptoms:
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Exceptional workmanship and
Bladder Relief
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It is very important that your mattress
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TEMPUR’s unique temperature
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• Urine has traces of blood, is dark and/or
cloudy and has a strong odour
• Pain just above the pubic bone, lower back
and abdomen
• A frequent need to urinate and passing
only small amounts each time
• A burning sensation when urinating
• Feeling weak and feverish
• Vomiting is common to UT infected
children.
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is a swelling of the prostate gland
and is not necessarily bacterially related. Not
always curable, it can be managed medically
and does not place men at a higher risk of
developing prostate cancer.
The range of symptoms includes:
Pain in the groin, pelvic area and genitals
Pain during or after ejaculation
Severe burning during urination
Difficulty in urinating and an inability to
empty the bladder
• Fever and chills.
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Treatment of first time and frequently
recurring UTI should be undertaken by a
qualified medical practitioner.