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Q: I'm responding to the issue of using Vicks VapoRub or Mentholatum to keep the inside of the nose lubricated ... Neither Vicks VapoRub nor Mentholatum should be used inside the nose. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Tom Cruise on Jimmy Kimmel Live Dec 19, 2008
The daily list, titled poked fun at some of the actor's controversial past, with such lines as, "I once Heimliched a Koala," and "I believe all emotional and psychological disorders can be cured with Vicks VapoRub.". Valkyrie, directed by Bryan Singer and distributed by United Artists, is opening December 25, Christmas Day. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
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One of them even gave me Vicks VapoRub when she found out that I had the flu. " The quote comes from " a fascinating paper put together by Case Western Reserve's David Clingingsmith and two Harvard scholars, Asim Ijaz Khwaja and Michael Kremer. (Salon)
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For example, one older female Hajji said, "I had a very good experience with female Hajjis from Indonesia. They would make space for me whenever I was walking if I gestured for them to do so. One of them even gave me Vicks VapoRub when she found out that I had the flu.". The quote comes from " a fascinating paper put together by Case Western Reserve's David Clingingsmith and two Harvard scholars, Asim Ijaz Khwaja and Michael Kremer. (Thanks to )The annual Hajj -- in which around 2 million... (Salon)
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Public release date: 24-Oct-2008. Contact: Shellie Byrum. (EurekAlert!)
Vicks takes care of crime-scene scents Oct 21, 2008
As a forensic crime-scene detective, I have used Vicks VapoRub in my nose to block the smell of noxious odors for many years ... The manufacturer warns that Vicks VapoRub is "for external use only," and should not be put in nostrils. (Athens Banner-Herald)
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I've heard that Vicks VapoRub will cure it. Is that true, and, if so, how much and how often should I use it. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
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ON THE NOSE: Only recently Racing NSW officials smelt out Vicks VapoRub, following allegations of battery or jigger use. The jigger is illegal and applied to shock horses, during training gallops mainly, into more activity, with the VapoRub being applied in conjunction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Old dumps reap slices of history Sep 14, 2008
In another dump I found a short dark blue glass jar the familiar look of Vicks VapoRub. But on the bottom it said "Vicks Va-Tro-Nol." Another small mystery, another product I had never heard of. (Montana Standard, MT)
More of this story Jul 4, 2008
You have aromatherapy; Mommy had Vicks VapoRub. It's in hopes that we'll speak to our children about what we were like. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
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In addition to toothpaste, they report success with tobacco juice, Vicks VapoRub, Listerine, apple cider vinegar or meat tenderizer mixed into a paste with water. Comments. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
A dog's snore is worse than her bark Apr 22, 2008
"Your dog might be overweight or have allergic reactions. It's a great idea to get your dog checked by a vet."The Owenses have had limited success using Vicks VapoRub as an anti-snoring solution. "We hold the jar up to Nickle's nose for a few seconds," Cheryl says. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
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Another approach is to put Vicks VapoRub on the affected area. This product also contains thymol and eucalyptol, along with other herbal oils that appear to fight fungus on skin and nails. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
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Vicks VapoRub or oil of eucalyptus also can be used in place of ginger. - Take a warm shower: Getting in a warm shower with the bathroom door closed works as your own personal sauna. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Life's tough for this year's two-year-olds Feb 25, 2008
COLD AND HOT: Magnus, runner-up to the dynamic Weekend Hussler in the Oakleigh Plate on Saturday, produced a rare "positive" - to Vicks VapoRub. My jar tells me it is used for "the relief of colds". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Grating, all-too-familiar airport personalities Feb 20, 2008
Same goes for nail polish and products like Vicks VapoRub, Bengay and smelly carry-on food. 8. (MSNBC -- Travel)
With cold medicines gone, parents seek options for sick kids Dec 14, 2007
Because Boore also uses a humidifier, Vicks Vaporub and warm showers to open stuffed nasal passages, the pulling of the medicines from the market hasnt had much impact. Use Motrin or Tylenol for relief of fever, body aches and sore throat, and try supportive things (such as using a humidifier), Emm said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Poll: Two-thirds of state's voters support smoking ban Nov 16, 2007
non-smoker wrote on Nov 7, 2007 1:27 PM:" Ooooooh! New conspiracy theorists and name callers. Hey, let's abolish drunk driving laws, mandatory liability insurance, and physician licensing. If you should have the right to give the bartender lung cancer, why can't I run over a few people driving home drunk from the bar. Why should I have to have liability insurance on my car. If you choose to be out where I'm driving (maybe drunk), it's your fault if I hit you. If you don't want to takw that... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
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5)I have convinced the ball and chain that she has olfactory problems and should see a sinus doc( or she can just rub Vicks VapoRub under her nose). I will check back in in a few days to let you all know how its going. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
When your munchkin is a mucus monster Nov 12, 2007
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It's Hard to Heed the Experts When Your Kid Has the Cold Oct 23, 2007
Some parents are fans of Vicks VapoRub and similar substances applied to the skin or put in a vaporizer. In my practice, I have seen such products trigger asthma attacks. (Wall Street Journal)
First and worst jobs shared by readers include some pretty tough initial outings Oct 16, 2007
He added, "As they left the store, I rushed back to the stockroom to refresh my nose with a dab of Vicks VapoRub and sallied forth to the next customer.". Marian McCabe of Spotsylvania County also has her first job--slinging hot dogs in a dime store snack bar--burned into her psyche. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Got a nagging feeling about this Oct 6, 2007
When the equine flu first struck, and we had mental images of racehorsies wiping their runny noses and getting their mums to put Vicks VapoRub on their chests, we figured it was a matter of days, not weeks, before we'd be dusting off the bag of fruits and frantically trying to acquire tickets to the members' stands. We figured it all so precautionary. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Neither Here Nor There: A sucker for household hints 09-30-2007 Oct 4, 2007
This is going to floor you, but one of the best insect repellents someone found (who is in the woods every day), is Vicks VapoRub. (It sounds like to me that a coating of Vicks will cure about anything, including, I suspect, the ability to be with other people, as they may start avoiding you. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
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There is anecdotal information from many sources that rubbing fabric softener sheets (Bounce) or Vicks VapoRub on your body, taking B-1 tablets or ceasing consumption of bananas will keep mosquitoes away from you. I cannot find any scientific proof of these claims, nor have I tried them. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Cat 'predicts' the deaths of nursing home residents... Jul 27, 2007
Eva Longoria shows off her flirty side in her hottest photoshoot ever. Grim rea-purr: The cat that can predict death. (The Drudge Report)
A dose of nostalgia can calm your stomach and raise your spirits Jun 6, 2007
I don't do commercial plugs here, but you have to admit that when you're not feeling so good, the taste of Pepto-Bismol, just like the smell of Vicks VapoRub, makes you feel like you're about 6 years old again. I don't even know if the stuff actually works. (AZCentral -- News)
With sandal season upon us, it's time to turn your attention downward Jun 5, 2007
"So watch it. And before your feet get out of hand and into trouble, take a good, hard look at them. Do you see lumps, bumps, flaking, cracking, a veritable cemetery's worth of dead skin?Do you feel pain on the bottom, pain on the ball, pain in the heel, pain on the sides? Are your piggies screaming bloody murder all the way home?Perhaps most important of all, at least from everyone else's perspective - do you smell something you wish you didn't?Never fear, you can be helped!Here are some common... (Ocala Star-Banner)
It's almost summer, time to treat your feet right May 25, 2007
Another great remedy: Vicks VapoRub, applied to the nail and cuticle, twice a day for at least six months or until the infection clears ... Tip: Rub in some Vicks VapoRub afterward. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Natural cure could work May 22, 2007
If that doesn't work, try a cough and cold remedy, Vicks VapoRub ointment. Apply it to your toenail twice a day and cover the area with a bandage to keep the ointment off your socks. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Cry, Sony, P&G launch 2007 edition of social initiative Shiksha Apr 22, 2007
Every time a consumer buys a large pack of TLideAriel Pantene, Head & Shoulders, Rejoice, Vicks VapoRub, Whisper, Gillette Mach 3 Turbo, Gillette Series, Oral B, Duracell or Pampers during April, May and June 2007 he/she will have made a contribution towards enabling a child's right to education. Irresrective of sales, P&G has committed a minimum of Rs. (Indiantelevision.com)
Fort Worth baby recovering after drugs discovered in him Apr 8, 2007
Beau, 48, said she put Vicks VapoRub on the boy while his mother was gone. The Richland Hills Police Department's K9 unit searched the grandmother's house, but no illegal narcotics were found. (KHOU.com, TX)
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Vicks VapoRub not working. This will clear your sinuses in seconds. (Daily Orange, NY)
Remembering a killer Mar 18, 2007
She compared it to Vicks VapoRub of today. "It loosened your cough," said Bollmeyer, who now lives at the Holy Spirit Retirement Home in Sioux City. (Sioux City Journal)
FDA's ruling on quinine use upsets a leg-cramp sufferer Feb 24, 2007
We also suggest putting Vicks VapoRub on the soles of the feet for a nighttime cough. Put on socks to protect the sheets. (The Standard-Times, MA)
It's Raining Men: Feb 22, 2007
She also says a whiff of Vicks VapoRub can snap you out of an impending "neurocardiogenic syncope." And if you find you get through medical school still uncomfortable at the sight of blood, you can choose one of the less moist specialties, such as neurology or psychiatry. So, lay in a supply of Vicks and pursue your dream. (Slate)
Strange fixes Feb 6, 2007
The fix: Vicks VapoRub, vinegar, cornmeal, Listerine. The buzz: Vicks and vinegar are two of the most versatile home remedies around. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
Battling the bug that wouldn't leave Jan 31, 2007
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Nail fungus: Easy to get,a challenge to get rid of Jan 29, 2007
Let me give you some reader suggestions that I have received throughout the years for fungal nail problems: Vicks VapoRub, vinegar soaks and toothpaste applied with a toothbrush. I have personally tried the first and second without success. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Some cold prescriptions when you're flying Jan 28, 2007
A thin film of Vicks VapoRub or Tiger Balm in your nostrils or on your chest may help breathing. A smear of ChapStick may also provide some relief. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Barbara PresnellMothers never really stop taking care of their sick children Jan 27, 2007
"She's laughing as she says this; I know she's as good a mother as the best of them and keeps close tabs on her big boys. On this afternoon when I was visiting, her oldest, the rock guitarist, home between shows, kissed her goodbye on his way out the door to Greensboro. "I love you, Mom," he said. I have no doubt that if he needed her, she'd be right there.So, I brought my sick boy home. I fed him chicken soup. I got out the Vicks VapoRub for his chest, fixed green tea. I cut the heat up in his... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
When girls just don't wanna have fun Jan 7, 2007
It couldn t be just for kicks because throughout she wears this awful pained Vicks Vaporub expression. Often she sips that Browntini and sings a premixed version of Din dhal jaaye, while sitting on a jhoola. (Hindustan Times, India)
