Oral Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, and the People at Risk

Oral hygiene is very important, but it needs emphasis once in a while because it seems that people forget the necessity for it. Moreover, vices such as drinking and smoking not only affect you liver and lungs. Did you know that it could also affect your mouth? Some of the causes oral cancer include alcohol and tobacco use.

Dysphagia

There is nothing wrong with being cautious and wanting to get screened for oral cancer. After all, it is a disease that will cause discomfort and cost a lot in treatment once it gets worse. Are you worried that you or someone you know might have oral cancer?

Oral Cancer

If you have a suspicious growth or a sore that would not go away, then that could be oral cancer. It is the fractious multiplication of cells that infect and damage surrounding tissues.

In the case of not being able to detect it and so being unable to diagnose and treat it in its early stages, this could be life threatening. Mortality rate of oral cancer is higher than that of thyroid cancer, cervical cancer, and laryngeal cancer, to name a few.

The Symptoms

• Having difficulties in swallowing (Dysphagia) and in moving the jaw or tongue. The jaw may also swell and cause dentures to fit poorly.

• Considered as the most common sign of oral cancer, watch out for constant pain in the mouth. In addition, be wary of mouth sores and white or red patches along the lining of the mouth, on the tongue, gums, and tonsils.

• Dramatic weight loss – caused by the little to no intake of food because of the unbearable pain in the mouth.

The Causes

Excessive alcohol intake links back to oral cancer; around 70% of those diagnosed with oral cancer drink in excessive amounts. Heavy drinkers, along with those who smoke and chew or snuff tobacco products are prone to getting oral cancer.

While vices heavily contribute to this, the cancer could also be hereditary.

HPV, while linked to cervical cancer, is a risk factor for both oral and oropharyngeal cancers.

The People at Risk

Oral and oropharyngeal cancers are more prevalent in men rather than women. However, it is now becoming prevalent in women, too, due to more women succumbing to excessive smoking and drinking. As for age, 62 is the average age of diagnosis, while two-thirds of people living with oral cancer are ages 55 and above.

If you have a sore that keeps bothering you because it would not go away, have it checked. Who’s to say that oral cancer only affect those aged 55 and above. Remember that it could happen to anyone.

Design and Conquer: Restaurant Design Psychology

Successful restaurants engage all the senses of customers. Options in restaurants, like drinks in the bar, seats and menu, give the consumers the excitement of discovery and comfort. But the design of every nook and crannies of the building, appeals to the people to make them want to stay.

Psychology plays a big part in a restaurant strategy. Every detail from cuisine to ambience would make the customer choose the establishment. But, the restaurant actually chose them. The bar, the desk, tables and everything else that the customer see and feel, are meticulously designed for their age, status and preferences.

The design has to work with the customers. It needs to facilitate people to locate things logically without the need to use signs.

Lights

Lighting is a vital design of a building. The lights should hit the walls, tables and the floor. Dim lighting makes the textures of the restaurant pops out. It should be properly positioned to give the customer the right shadows capturing their good features; this encourages them to stay longer.

Sounds

Carpets with underlay and double filling can absorb sound. If the place is where customers can talk more, they can stay longer. Making them want to eat and drink more.

Traffic

The space should make the vibe of the restaurant flow smoothly. The design needs to make the people come in quickly and served quickly. The space given for customer and staff flow depends on the different customer base. A large space is for large families and a smaller one for fewer patrons.

We understand there are many challenges and consideration in designing or renovating the space for restaurants. Our professional service can improve and remodel the space for the absolute ambience for the business establishment.

Here in Titus Contracting, we provide commercial design build and remodeling with a wide range for renovation and design. We make sure all our services are time efficient, to lessen downtime and to prevent the construction affect client’s business activity.

7 Reasons to Choose Hardwood Flooring

Many homeowners that choose hardwood flooring swear by it, and say that they refuse to use anything else. Houses with hardwood floors also tend to sell faster, and for a higher price. But why is this the case? Does having wooden floors really make that much of a difference?

While people have different wants and priorities, these seven benefits of hardwood are usually what homeowners find most attractive. 

1. Easy to clean – You’ll quickly learn to appreciate just how much hardwood floors cut your home cleaning time. Just a little sweeping and dust mopping is enough to keep them looking great. Any spots and stains are also relatively easy to remove.

2.Long life span – When it comes to long term value, there is no better choice than hardwood flooring. Florida homes that have wood floors look well maintained and luxurious for many decades after construction.

3. No allergy risks – Wood floors don’t irritate allergies, as there are no easy places for particles like dust and dander to cling to. This is very helpful if someone in your family has asthma or strong allergic reactions.

4. Refinishing – Apart from the durability and easy maintenance of hardwood floors, you can always refinish them to bring back their original luster. This is an affordable and quick process that will make your floors looking brand new, and can be repeated multiple times.

5. Timeless appeal – Hardwood is always in style, and fits with almost any home décor. For many centuries, it has been the top choice for people all over the world. It’s reassuring to know that regardless of your interior design tastes or recent trends, you will never have to worry about your floors looking outdated.

6. Eco-friendly – As wood is a completely natural and sustainable material, you help protect the environment by choosing it. Just make sure to choose a well-known supplier and make sure that they get their wood from sustainable sources.

7. Flexibility – If you find it difficult to choose between the benefits of hardwood and carpeting, you should always go for hardwood. You can always just add a rug over your floor later if you change your mind.

These seven factors give hardwood a major edge over other flooring materials, and make it well worth the initial cost. Keep these in mind when you’re remodeling, or building a new home. 

What You Need to Know About Data Cabling

Why are there never enough data points? Why is the network so slow? Why doesn’t it just work?

The answer lies in data cabling. A well-laid network helps ensure you and your business never face such issues. A poor network, or one where corners have been cut, will impact your data speeds and thus your business efficiency for years to come.

Laying cable sounds simple, but there is a world of difference that separates a well-planned data cable network from a poor one. Data cabling is much more sensitive than telephone cabling and requires careful handling.

Here are a few things to consider when dealing with twisted pair cabling:

●     Twisted pair cabling cannot be run directly alongside electric cabling. The magnetic field generated by the low voltage running through the cable is essentially to its operation. A nearby electric cable will disrupt that, ruining communications. If you have to cross electric cables, cross them in perpendicular.

●     Devices can also produce electrical ‘noise’, as cables do. Plan your data cable route away from hazards like motors or other such devices. Think about the future: data use tends to only go up. Plan for capacity you don’t need now, but may do one day soon.

●     Know the law. Most areas have standards for low voltage cabling, most of which are designed to ensure your safety. Non-compliance will ultimately just result in an expensive re-installation further down the line. For Western Australian standards, your best start might be to consult a Perth electrician or professional in your area.

●     Test your cabling infrastructure, and keep testing it at regular intervals. This ensures that it meets your standards and stays that way.

●     Be mindful of distance limitations with twisted core wire. Obviously this is not a problem with fibre optic. However the 100 m rule is a very real consideration with other types of wire.

Many of the same points hold true for fibre-optic cable as well: although not a fragile medium itself, care and forethought are required when installing it. Fibre-optic cable is different from copper wires, and should never be kinked. It requires careful support and should be secured in all installations.

Considering Getting in a Specialist?

These days, many electricians combine their in-depth knowledge of electrical systems and planning with a specialism in data cabling.

A professional will guarantee your system is well-planned, suitable for your own requirements, up-to-date and in line with all legal standards. For data cabling in Perth, be sure to hire an experienced electrician to assist.

Time to Unwind and Embrace the Calmness of the Nature in Anawangin Zambales

Anawangin, Zamables

For most of my time in a year I spend my time working in our office doing such things that make me stress and exhausted. Time passed by and and everything has changed in the way of living, it's a super fast paced we should cope with. The way of living in metro is super hectic and difficulty, competition is always there and nothing to do about it.

Last week, we had vacation break due Holy Week. Most of the employed and working people took advantage of this season to travel have their vacation, relax or rest and for others to reflect for Jesus Christ sacrifice die in the cross to save the world from sins.

During on a 4 days break, I tried something that I never experienced before and that is to go to Anawangin, Zambales. It's very popular to my colleagues and friends they usually promote it as a great camping destination. I asked them why? Most of them told me that it's a lone area surrounded by mountains and invulnerable to drive through by land. The only way for you to get there is to across the sea of Brgy: Pundaquit, Zambales.

Before going to Anawangin, Zambales Here Most Important Things You Should Bring:

Flash Light - The area has no electricity supply this is your equipment at night.

Rope - After you swim, you need to hang your wet clothes.

Canned food (de lata) - there a sari sari store the but the price is so expensive, in order for you cost-less for food just bring your own food.

Uling (charcoal) - for food cooking, grilling seafoods or meat

Tent - This is the most special among them all, you need to bring or rent this thing for you to have transcient.

Knife - serve as can opener, a cutter for firewood that you are going to use for cooking and bonfire at night.

Drinking Water - a 5 liters water in Anawangin costs 200Php so if I were you please bring you own drinking water.

Butane Gas Stove - if you don't like to bring charcoal and you more convenient in using gas stove it is much better.

I hope the listed things above gives you an informational detail for you to get ready going to Anawangin. Mean while, below are the steps on how to get in Anawangin Zamables.

Here are the steps on how to get in Anawangin Island:

If you are from Manila to Zambales:

There are 3 victory bus liners in Manila, one in Cubao Quezon City, Sampaloc Manila and teh alst one is in Caloocan. You can choose any of the bus terminals if where it is convenient to you.

Ride a bus with a signage of Iba, Zamabales it will direct transport you to San Anotnio, Zambales. (ask the driver to drop you off in San Antonio, Zambales Bayan), from there you can ride a tricycle going to Brgy: Pundaquit. (I guess it is a 40 pesos ride only for a single person, some of the drivers there are taking advantage to their passengers once they know that you are a tourist so be wise once you are getting there) once you get in Brgy: Pundaquit it's just a 10 minutes away walking in shore and take a boat ride from Pundaquit going to Anawangin.

It's a 30-40 minutes boat ride from Pundaquit to Anawangin. To summarize the travel it's approximately 4-5 hours travel time.

What are the things I can do in Anawangin? 

Swimming - You can feel the warm water of the beach, sea shell finding and others.

Capones Island

Island hopping - from Anawangin to Capones Island (Grand Capon or Capon Grande Island) and from Capones Island to Camara Island. One of the greatest scenery of the Capones Island is there LightHouse.

Photography - take liberty to have selfie with friends and relatives. The scenery of the nature is amazing.

Trekking - In Anawangin, there is a hillside named Mt. Pundaquit.

Cove Exploration - you may also try to get in Nagsasa Cove, Talisayin Cove and Silangen Cove.

This is the last reminder I am going to advise you. There is no signal in Anawangin. You cannot assess your phone or even internet browsing, once you get there the only thing you can do are the activities.

Aging Quickly: Habits that Can Make You Age Faster

Aging is a natural and normal process. Certain lifestyle choices, however, can make you look older than you actually are. It might not look like it, but there are seemingly harmless habits and activities that can speed up your aging clock.

Here are a few habits that can add years to your physical appearance:

Sun Exposure

The biggest cause of premature aging in the face is exposure to UV rays. Too much sun exposure without sun protection can severely damage your skin. Make sure to apply sunscreen to protect your skin from sunspots and wrinkles. Cosmetic dermatology experts recommend using products with SPF 30 to 50 for daily use.

TV Marathon

Research suggests that with every hour of television watched, you cut your life expectancy by 22 minutes. Furthermore, people who spend an average of six hours of watching TV every day live five years less than people who don’t. Sitting for more than 30 minutes adds more inches to your waistline and increases your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Too Much Makeup

Wearing excessive makeup can clog your pores and cause skin problems. Moreover, overusing skincare products with irritating chemicals and alcohol agents removes natural oils in the skin, causing wrinkles and premature lines. Always go for lighter makeup and use oil-free face products.

Crash Dieting

Quick weight loss solutions like crash dieting can cause long-term threats to your health. According to research, it can make you feel older by affecting your concentration, reducing energy levels, and making you irritable. Quick fixes can also cause sagging and wrinkles. If you want to lose weight, do it gradually; don’t lose more than one or two pounds a week.

Too Much Worrying

Apart from making you feel tired and stressed, too much negativity or worrying can speed up the aging process and make you prone to depression. When you worry, you don’t eat well and don’t maintain a healthy sleep schedule, which can affect your appearance. Try to maintain a positive outlook in life and stay away from negative things, people, and places.

Aging gracefully is all about making good choices early in life. This means avoiding things that could put your general health at risk. Steer clear of these habits to stay younger and vibrant longer.