Tag: #Cold
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No green to be seen in Greenland, only ice
A number of beautiful pictures from the Northern American island of Greenland have surfaced on the internet, inducing awe among viewers. The irony, however, is the fact that not a single speck of green is seen in the pictures. What else is there for tourists to see apart from icebergs in the unique region of…
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El Nino and La Nina: Climate Cycles that Blow Hot and Cold
El Nino and La Nina are climate cycles that blow hot and cold.
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Heavy Snowfall in Murree
ISLAMABAD, Dec 27 (APP): Spokesman Meteorological Department (PMD) Dr. Khalid Malik Sunday said Murree and Nathiagali had engulfed above eight inches snowfall. Talking to APP, he said snowfall attracted huge tourists but people should check the road conditions before setting out for their journey to Murree for their convenience. He said that after the snowfall…
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Cool and Dry Weather in Karachi
KARACHI, Dec 25 (APP): The Meteorological department on Friday predicted cool and dry weather in the metropolis over the next 24 hours. The minimum temperature is expected to remain from 9 to 11 degrees centigrade with 35 to 45 percent humidity in Karachi over the next 24 hours. Cold/very cold and dry weather with misty/foggy…
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Freezing Temperatures Have Increased Tree Cutting In Balochistan
ISLAMABAD, Dec 20 (APP): Freezing temperature in Balochistan has increased tree cutting of plants including rare plant species in the harsh terrains of the province to cater fuel needs and keeping houses warm amid lack of natural gas supply in the area. Locals looking for firewood kept felling trees as there was no other source…
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Does garlic help prevent or treat colds?
ISLAMABAD, August 27 (Online): Cooking with garlic, eating it raw, or taking garlic supplements is a staple home remedy for common colds. Studies show that adults typically have two to four colds a year, on average, while children have six to eight. According to the Linus Pauling Institute, garlic is one of the best selling…
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Can honey relieve cough and cold symptoms?
ISLAMABAD, August 27 (Online): A recent review and meta-analysis asks whether honey is an effective treatment for a cough and other symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections. Overall, the authors conclude, honey is “superior to usual care for the improvement of symptoms.” However, because data are sparse, questions remain. Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), including…
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How to treat a cold or flu at home?
ISLAMABAD, August 27 (Online): Viruses are responsible for colds and flu, so antibiotics are not able to cure or prevent these illnesses. Plenty of rest, fluids, and home remedies can help relieve symptoms. Although not all home remedies for cold symptoms have enough evidence to prove their effectiveness, common options include: Zinc: According to the…
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Citizens to be cautious of respiratory tract diseases ahead of winter season
ISLAMABAD, Oct 28 (APP): With the onset of cold weather, Health experts Monday advised citizens to use extra precautionary measures to prevent themselves, kids and others from suffering respiratory tract diseases including pneumonia as citizens especially the young children are suffering from cold, flu, throat infections due to changing weather. Child specialists talking to private…