Staying safe this festive season

"For children in particular, there is temptation all around in the form of brightly coloured decorations, presents, bright berries and, of course, the Christmas tree," they advise. "The abundance of party drinks around the home also increases the risk of alcohol poisoning in young children and we recommend that all children showing signs of alcohol intoxication should be assessed in a hospital emergency department." Trees are a source of fascination for young children and while they are not considered harmful, the pine-needles can cause choking. In addition, there may be tummy upset if the needles are ingested. They are irritating to skin, and handling the branches can cause dermatitis. Christmas decorations are non-toxic but plastic decorations may cause bowel or airway obstruction if consumed. If children appear to be having trouble breathing after eating or playing with decorations, they should be medically assessed as soon as possible. Expanded polystyrene is a packaging material for gifts. It is non-toxic when eaten but could cause obstruction if taken by a small child. Again, the advice is to seek medical attention if the child appears to be in any distress. Desiccant sachets are often found in new shoes, handbags, and leather goods. These sachets usually contain silica gel. The sachets are often labelled 'Do not eat' but silica gel is non-toxic and symptoms are not expected. Artificial Christmas snow often contains a chemical called methylene chloride. If eaten, this can cause burning and blistering of the lips, mouth and skin. There may also be vomiting, dizziness, confusion and more severe symptoms. As with all corrosive products, do not induce vomiting. If the person is well and is not complaining of any pain in the chest or abdomen, you can give them a small glass of water to sip. Do not give large amounts of fluids to drink. If they are vomiting or if they appear to be unwell, do not give any drinks and bring them to hospital immediately. Wash the skin around the mouth with plenty of soap and water. The ingestion of 'button' batteries is a potential problem all year round but particularly so at this time of year when new presents are being investigated. Symptoms can develop from obstruction or from batteries that leak after they are swallowed. For many people, the battery will enter the stomach and be passed without difficulty within two to seven days. In some cases, however, the battery may become trapped somewhere in the gastrointestinal tract. It can then cause local damage. Essential oils are often used to add a festive fragrance to the house at this time of year but they can be highly toxic if they are swallowed. Even small amounts of a concentrated essential oil can cause serious symptoms in small children so caution is urged when using and storing them. Skin contact can cause irritation and a burning sensation, so the area should be washed with water as soon as possible. Seek medical advice if any essential oils or pot-pourri oils are swallowed.

Michael Kors comes to Danbury

According to a spokesperson at Michael Kors in Manhattan, the Danbury store will be a lifestyle store that offers a full range of accessories for women from all of the Michael Kors collections, including a selection of ready-to-wear pieces from the company's "Michael" line. Fragrance, eyewear and watches also will be featured. According to Eigen, the 2,100-square-foot store will be the second location for Michael Kors in the state. Flagship boutiques are located throughout the United States in New York, California, Florida, and Illinois, and abroad in Italy and England. Complements to the Michael Kors store at Danbury Fair mall include J. Crew, , Coach, Metropark, and Williams-Sonoma, Eigen said. The and Macy's stores at Danbury Fair mall also carry Michael Kors products including shoes, handbags and women's apparel. "Customers who enjoy shopping luxury fashion brands will be able to shop in multiple stores when they come to the Danbury Fair Mall," Eigan said. "We like to continually provide the best shopping experience for our market." "We are very pleased to find a major retailer like Michael Kors coming to the mall, especially in light of the ongoing economic downturn that's facing our nation. It bolsters the way we are viewed by major retailers as a destination," said , president and chief executive officer of the .

How To Cure Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot is an irritating condition that can strike with little warning. If you find your feet burning and itching on a regular basis, this fungus might be the culprit. Follow these guidelines to cure your athlete's foot. If you've tried the sprays and creams, and nothing seems to work, check out this 7 day all-natural cure for athlete's foot. Protect your feet in public showers. If you shower at the gym or public beach, don't expose your bare skin to the bacteria, dirt and fungi that may be growing in the shower stall. You have no way of knowing who showered before you or when the shower was last cleaned. Wear flip flops or shower shoes whenever you use a public shower. Keep your feet dry. The fungus that causes athlete's foot grows best in warm, moist areas. If you wear shoes and socks all day, your feet will sweat and become the type of place fungi love. After workouts and showers, dry your feet thoroughly before putting socks and shoes back on. Change socks often. Your feet sweat. The more they sweat, the more likely you are to get athlete's foot. After a workout, change your socks. Air out your shoes after workouts. Don't just toss your shoes in your gym bag, locker or the back seat of your car. They are wet after a workout and need to dry before you put your feet back in them. Drive with the window open. If you can, sit your sneakers out in the sun to air dry. This keeps down the odor as well. Spray the inside with an antifungal spray at least once a week. Soak your feet. At the first sign of itchy athlete's foot, you should soak your feet. Try a combination of alcohol and hot water or a strong anti-bacterial soap. Scrub your feet once the itching has lessened. Be sure to dry your feet completely when done. Apply cream. There are two types of cream you can use for athlete's foot. Hydrocortisone cream works well to calm the itching and burning. Apply it to any area of the foot that itches or is red. Make sure to apply regularly between your toes. For most cases, using an antifungal cream will also help rid your feet of the fungus. Several varieties are available over the counter. They may have different strengths, so follow the package directions for use. Go barefoot. Some people wear socks and shoes all day long. If you are the type of person who covers their feet everywhere but the shower and bed, you might be causing problems for your feet. Socks trap humidity and don't allow your skin to dry. Try to remove your shoes and socks as soon as you get home. Going barefoot more will keep your feet dry. The fungus that causes athlete's foot is persistent. It thrives in warm, moist environments. As long as you follow these steps, and keep your feet dry, you should be able to cure athlete's foot.

Shoes and sheets get wired

Woven-in sensors could record athletes' heart rate, hydration and blood sugar levels.© GettyImages Fabrics woven with wires and electronic devices are being fashioned into speedometer shoes, chameleon curtains and singing shirts. 'Electrotextiles', researchers heard this week at the meeting of the Materials Research Society in Boston, are also being rolled out to measure footfalls, detect explosions and spot smuggling. Plenty of challenges remain, such as ensuring that the circuits can survive broken threads and a spin in the washing machine. But scientists already have lots of ideas up their sleeves. Off the cuff Pressing the letters and symbols embroidered on the cool-looking denim jacket manufactured by International Fashion Machines (IFM) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, for example, triggers a blast of notes and percussion. Similar soft keypads decorate the cuff of a space suit being developed by ILC Dover Inc. of Frederica, Delaware, in collaboration with NASA and UK-based company SOFTswitch. An astronaut can use the cuff to control a robotic rover vehicle on a planetary surface. The same idea could soon feature in diving suits or protective clothing for hazardous environments, says ILC's David Cadogan. Telecommunications antennae can be threaded into a jacket, eliminating protruding aerials that can become snagged when the operator, perhaps a soldier or construction worker, is moving around. Fibres that warm electrically could be used to create thermal garments. Or they could form chameleon clothes, for the military, say. IFM's Maggie Orth showed the meeting a wrap striped with thermochromic inks that change colour when warmed slightly, saying: "I made this one in my garage using my grandmother's sewing machine." IFM is in talks with Nike about developing training shoes with textile panels that change colour according to how fast you're running. Woven-in sensors could also record heart rate, hydration and blood sugar levels. Sheet sense Electrotextiles have the potential to do much more than send and receive electrical signals, says Elana Ethridge of the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The agency is working on a sheet studded with acoustic sensors that can be unrolled like a tarpaulin to produce a large-area sound detector for sensing nearby explosions or detonations. DARPA is also developing parafoil textiles that can change shape or texture to alter the way in which air flows over their surface, for steering. At present, this kind of control relies on winches in the payload, which tug on the strings; these add considerably to the payload's weight. Placed just below a road or pavement surface, textiles also win out over plastic for monitoring pedestrian or traffic flow, because they can be woven into continuous sheets that are as long as necessary, says John Muth of North Carolina State University in Raleigh. Sensor carpets might even detect fires, spills, or metal objects carried by passengers at airports.

Claudia Ciuti Shoes

Claudia Ciuti shoes is a brand known for its elegance, quality and beauty. The three things women want always in their shoes. There is also that little something that makes them different, makes them stand out but still part of an outfit. These are shoes for a woman who knows her own style and is proud to show it. They have the beauty and quality that is expected of shoes made in Italy. There are shoes for a night out dancing and some for the boardroom. The collection has boots, flats and pumps. Each one has a shape or detail that makes it a little more than ordinary. The flat loafers are made in suede and leather. They may have a short heel or be ballet flats. One shoe called the Isotta is available with two different details. They are both black suede but one version has a rosette. A silver capped toe detail is also available. The Gabrielle shoe comes in black and red patent leather. The red makes for a great statement with a monochrome outfit. It has a silver buckle for detail and the toes are rounded. Suede is another option in brown, taupe or grey. In pumps this color is seen again in a platform heel. This one is called the Jacqueline and it is open toed with crisscross detail in the same red leather. They are just the right blend of sexy and elegant. These are also available in black suede with silver leather crisscross detail. Claudia Ciuti shoes are for the modern woman who demands quality and sophistication in her choices. These shoes are simply beautiful. The line also has boots ready for the fall. Made of leather or suede these stylish boots and booties have bow, ties and zipper details. They range from ankle boots to knee boots, something for every appetite.

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