Child Asthma: Chronic-Dose Safety and Efficacy Study of a Bronchodilator Inhaler in Pediatric Asthmatics

Child Asthma: Chronic-Dose Safety and Efficacy Study of a Bronchodilator Inhaler in Pediatric Asthmatics: "This study is designed to evaluate the repeat-dose safety and effectiveness of a bronchodilator inhaler relative to placebo (inactive drug inhaler) in children aged 4-11 years with asthma. The dosing period lasts three weeks and starts following a three-week run-in period. "

Sony Playstation 3 HDD 20gb Equipped With HDMI As Standard

Sony Playstation 3 HDD 20GB Equipped With HDMI as Standard: "Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3) with 20GB hard disk drive (HDD) will come equipped with HDMI(*) (Ver 1.3/supporting Deep Color) output as standard with the system. PS3 with 20GB HDD will become available in Japan at a new recommended retail price of 49,980 yen (tax included)."

Playskool Tool Benches Recalled after the Death of Two Toddlers

Playskool Tool Benches Recalled after the Death of Two Toddlers: " - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Playskool, of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 255,000 Team Talkin’ Tool Bench toys following the deaths of two young children. "

Web Manager University Kicks Off New Semester with Workshop

Web Manager University Kicks Off New Semester with Workshop: "Web managers from throughout the government are learning an assortment of skills this week at the Government Web Managers Workshop, co-sponsored by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). The workshop kicks off the fall 2006 semester for Web Manager University. Managers are being taught the practical tools they need to make government websites easier to read and navigate, to improve the way government websites are managed and measured, and to respond in the face of emergencies. "

Enhanced Tools Available to Help People with Medicare Improve Their Health Care

Enhanced Tools Available to Help People with Medicare Improve Their Health Care: "Beginning in mid-October, people with Medicare will have new and enhanced tools to help them learn more about their Medicare health care coverage, including comparative information about the services provided by their Medicare prescription drug plans. In addition, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reported that nearly all exceptions and appeals filed by people with Medicare were decided within seven days as required by CMS guidelines."

ADHD Medication Misuse by Those Aged 12 to 17 Results in Higher Number of Visits to Emergency Department

ADHD Medication Misuse by Those Aged 12 to 17 Results in Higher Number of Visits to Emergency Department: "People ages 18 to 25 have a higher rate of nonmedical use of the two medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but those 12 to 17 may be at greater risk for adverse health effects, particularly from nonmedical use, a new report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) shows."

Drug-Free Work Week - Week of October 16-22

Drug-Free Work Week - Week of October 16-22: ".S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao announced today that October 16-22, 2006 will be Drug-Free Work Week. The purpose of Drug-Free Work Week is to educate employers, employees and the general public about the importance of being drug-free as a component of improving workplace safety and health. The campaign will be a collaborative effort between the Department of Labor and members of its Drug-Free Workplace Alliance; however, all employers and employees are encouraged to participate. "

Raw Milk Recall: Organic Pastures Raw Milk Recall Announced by CDFA

Raw Milk Recall: Organic Pastures Raw Milk Recall Announced by CDFA: "Raw milk produced by Organic Pastures of Fresno County is the subject of a statewide recall and quarantine order announced by California State Veterinarian Dr. Richard Breitmeyer. Under the recall, all Organic Pastures whole and skim raw milk is to be pulled immediately from retail shelves and consumers are strongly urged to dispose of any product remaining in their refrigerators. Until further notice, Organic Pastures may not produce raw milk for the retail market. The order also affects Organic Pastures raw cream and raw colostrum"

World Proved Reserves of Oil and Natural Gas, Most Recent Estimates

World Proved Reserves of Oil and Natural Gas, Most Recent Estimates: " updated table of World Proved Reserves of Oil and Natural Gas, Most Recent Estimates is now available. The table has been updated to include country-level proved oil and natural gas reserve estimates for Year-End 2005 from the BP Statistical Review of World Energy June 2006 and proved natural gas reserves for January 1, 2006 from "

FTC Stops Nationwide Debt Negotiation Scheme

FTC Stops Nationwide Debt Negotiation Scheme: "As requested by the Federal Trade Commission, a federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against a nationwide operation that claimed it could reduce consumers’ debt by up to 60 percent, leading many people into financial ruin and bankruptcy. The FTC charged five companies, including Homeland Financial Services, National Support Services and Prosper Financial Solutions, and their principals with deceptive and unfair practices in violation of Section 5 of the FTC Act."

CDC HIV/AIDS Factsheet: CDC Releases Revised HIV Testing Recommendations in Health-Care Settings

CDC HIV/AIDS Factsheet: CDC Releases Revised HIV Testing Recommendations in Health-Care Settings: "Effective September 2006, CDC has revised its recommendations for HIV testing in health-care settings. The Revised Recommendations for HIV Testing of Adults, Adolescents, and Pregnant Women in Health-Care Settings aim to make HIV testing a routine part of medical care in addition to expanding the gains made in diagnosing HIV infection among pregnant women. The Recommendations replace CDC’s 1993 Recommendations for HIV Testing Services for Inpatients and Outpatients in Acute-Care Settings and they update portions of CDC’s 2001 Revised Guidelines for HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral and Revised Recommendations for HIV Screening of Pregnant Women."

FEMA: Volunteer Legal Services Available for Another Week

FEMA: Volunteer Legal Services Available for Another Week: "HARRISBURG, Pa. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) want to remind residents impacted by the flooding that occurred in late-June that free legal services are available for eligible flood victims until September 28 ."

High Blood Pressure Information Added to NIHSeniorHealth

High Blood Pressure Information Added to NIHSeniorHealth: "High blood pressure often is called “the silent killer” because many people don’t know they have it. Even though it doesn’t cause symptoms, high blood pressure is a major health risk. If it isn’t treated, it can lead to stroke, heart disease, kidney failure, and other serious health problems"

Toyota Hybrid Begins Phaseout on October 1

Toyota Hybrid Begins Phaseout on October 1: "The Internal Revenue Service announced today that Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. has submitted quarterly reports indicating that its cumulative sales of qualified vehicles to retail dealers has reached the 60,000-vehicle limit during the calendar quarter ending June 30, 2006. Under the current tax law, the credit for buying a hybrid vehicle begins to phase out during the second calendar quarter after the quarter in which the company sells its 60,000th hybrid or lean burn technology vehicle."

SAMHSA Awards States $145 Million in Strategic Prevention Framework Incentive Grants

SAMHSA Awards States $145 Million in Strategic Prevention Framework Incentive Grants: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced 16 grants totaling $145 million over five years to implement Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grants (SPF SIGs) to advance community-based programs for substance abuse prevention, mental health promotion and mental illness prevention. Dennis O. Romero, Acting Director of SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, announced the grants during his speech at the Illinois Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Association’s annual conference in Oak Brook, Illinois. "

Avian Flu Travel Information

Avian Flu Travel Information - These fact sheets provide general information about avian influenza (bird flu) and information about one type of bird flu, called avian influenza A (H5N1) which is causing infections in birds and humans.

E. coli in Spinach Update; 131 Cases Reported

E. coli in Spinach Update; 131 Cases Reported: "To date, 131 cases of illness due to E. coli infection have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including 20 cases of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), 66 hospitalizations, and one death. Illnesses continue to be reported to CDC. This is considered to be an ongoing investigation. "

Automotive Repair Alert: California Seeks to Shuts Down Southern California EZ Lube Shops

Automotive Repair Alert: California Seeks to Shuts Down Southern California EZ Lube Shops - The California Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair (DCA/BAR) is taking disciplinary action that may result in the suspension or revocation of the Automotive Repair Dealer registrations of 76 Southern California EZ Lube auto repair shops. This marks the largest Bureau investigation in recent history against an independently-owned automotive repair corporation.

2008 U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration Begins Otctober 4th

2008 U.S. Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration Begins Otctober 4th: "Applications for the 2008 Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery will be accepted between noon Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), Wednesday, October 4, 2006 and noon Eastern Standard Time (EST) (GMT-5) Sunday, December 3, 2006. Paper entries will not be accepted. Applicants are strongly encouraged not to wait until the last week of the registration period to enter. Heavy demand may result in website delays. No entries will be accepted after noon EST on December 3, 2006. "

Identity Theft Task Force Announces Interim Recommendations

Identity Theft Task Force Announces Interim Recommendations: "The President’s Identity Theft Task Force has adopted interim recommendations on measures that can be implemented immediately to help address the problem of identity theft, Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales and Federal Trade Commission Chairman Deborah Platt Majoras announced today. The Identity Theft Task Force, which was established by Executive Order of the President on May 10, 2006, and is now comprised of 17 federal agencies and departments, will deliver a final strategic plan to the President in November"

U.S. Postal Service signs on as exclusive shipper for eFashionSolutions

U.S. Postal Service signs on as exclusive shipper for eFashionSolutions: "One of the fastest growing Internet-based companies in the country has fashioned an arrangement with the U.S. Postal Service to deliver all international online sales. eFashionSolutions will use the Postal Service's Global Shipping Solution (GSS) exclusively for all orders placed through its 26 websites destined overseas. GSS software allows companies like eFashionSolutions to create online customs forms, print labels and track packages door-to-door. The process is easy for customers and helps simplify the customs clearance process, shortening delivery times."

IRS Filing Deadline Set for October 16; Free File Still Available

IRS Filing Deadline Set for October 16; Free File Still Available: "Individual taxpayers who received a six-month extension to file their 2005 income tax return have less than a month remaining. The deadline to file the tax return is October 16. Taxpayers who have yet to complete their tax return are encouraged to use IRS e-file to submit their return electronically or use Free File to electronically prepare and send their return. Both IRS e-file and Free File will remain available for individual taxpayers through the extension period."

As Students Return to College, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Urges Parents to Re-Evaluate Insurance Needs

As Students Return to College, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi Urges Parents to Re-Evaluate Insurance Needs: "Garamendi advises parents and college-bound students to consider updating or adding renter’s, health and auto insurance for campus living this fall. Whether it’s a stolen computer, an on-campus auto accident, or a huge medical bill for a late-night trip to the emergency room, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi is urging California’s college students and their families to avoid finding out the hard way that they are under-insured"

Oil Spills in Lebanon and Philippines Place Natural Resources at Risk - NOAA Responds

Oil Spills in Lebanon and Philippines Place Natural Resources at Risk - NOAA Responds: "The NOAA Office of Response and Restoration is working with the U.S. State Department and the U.S. Coast Guard to respond to recent international oil spill emergencies in Lebanon and the Philippines. NOAA's Scientific Support Coordinators are at the forefront of emergency response efforts providing scientific support and comprehensive solutions to hazardous material releases in the marine environment."

OSHA Cites Swainsboro, Ga., Company for Trenching Hazards

OSHA Cites Swainsboro, Ga., Company for Trenching Hazards: "has cited OCS, an underground utility contractor, for exposing workers to trenching hazards at a job site located at Deer Creek and Fairway Drives in Swainsboro, Ga. The agency is proposing penalties totaling $61,600."

HUD Offers $39 Million To Clean Up Dangerous Lead-Based Paint In High-Risk Urban Areas

HUD Offers $39 Million To Clean Up Dangerous Lead-Based Paint In High-Risk Urban Areas: "Funding targeted to areas with older rental housing and lead-poisoned children "

New Yorkers Have Two Weeks to Register For State, Federal Disaster Aid

New Yorkers Have Two Weeks to Register For State, Federal Disaster Aid: "ALBANY, N.Y. -- New York State and federal officials remind those who were affected by the June floods that they only have two weeks left to register for disaster assistance. It is important that those who need to register for aid do so as soon as possible."

FEMA Funds Nearly $12 Million More for Mississippi School Rebuilding Efforts

FEMA Funds Nearly $12 Million More for Mississippi School Rebuilding Efforts: "Students and parents at seven more Mississippi Gulf Coast primary and secondary schools can look forward to new classrooms and facilities funded by an additional $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). "

SAMHSA Awards $13.5 Million in Grants for Family-Centered Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents

SAMHSA Awards $13.5 Million in Grants for Family-Centered Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of 15 grants to community-based organizations totaling almost $13.5 million over three years to provide treatment services to adolescents with substance abuse problems. Grantees receiving these awards will utilize known, effective strategies that include families as an integral part of the treatment process"

September is National Menopause Awareness Month

September is National Menopause Awareness Month: "The ORWH joins the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) in recognizing September as National Menopause Awareness Month. This month-long event was established by U.S. federal legislators who recognized the need to increase awareness about the importance of having accurate information to enhance women’s health at menopause and beyond."

Save the Date: Fertility Preservation in Women Undergoing Chemotherapy

Save the Date: Fertility Preservation in Women Undergoing Chemotherapy: "Come join your fellow NIH colleagues in a scientific exchange on issues related to the biology and pathology of sex and gender differences and effects on women’s health. Plan to stay afterwards for discussion! "

Update:Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP

Update:Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP: "the latest published version of the patent rules -Appendix R of the MPEP or Consolidated Patent Rules"

FBI Releases its 2005 Crime Statistics

FBI Releases its 2005 Crime Statistics: "The estimated volume of violent crime in the Nation increased 2.3 percent, but the estimated volume of property crime decreased 1.5 percent in 2005 when compared with 2004 data, according to FBI statistics released today. From 2004 to 2005, the rate of violent crime, estimated at 469.2 violent offenses per 100,000 inhabitants, increased 1.3 percent, but the rate of property crime, estimated at 3,429.8 property offenses per 100,000 inhabitants, decreased 2.4 percent."

Free Annual Credit Report Program 1 Year Anniversary

Free Annual Credit Report Program 1 Year Anniversary: "September marks the first anniversary of every consumer’s right to a free annual credit report from each of the three nationwide consumer reporting companies – Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion."

Califrnia Small Business Fairs

Califrnia Small Business Fairs: " free seminar for small business owners put on by several tax agencies to assist with tax aspects of your business. Talk to experts from the Board of Equalization, Internal Revenue Service, Franchise Tax Board and Employment Development Department"

New Cell Phone Bill: Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Requiring Drivers to Use Hands Free Devices While Talking on a Mobile PhoneBill

New Cell Phone Bill: Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Requiring Drivers to Use Hands Free Devices While Talking on a Mobile PhoneBill -The simple fact is it’s dangerous to talk on your cell phone while driving. CHP data show that cell phones are the number one cause of distracted-driving accidents,” said Gov. Schwarzenegger. “So getting people’s hands off their phones and onto their steering wheels is going to make a big difference in road safety. The ‘Hands-Free’ cell phone bill will save lives by making our roads safer. I want to thank Senator Simitian for authoring this bill and for his commitment to the safety of his fellow Californians."

New Cell Phone Bill: Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Requiring Drivers to Use Hands Free Devices While Talking on a Mobile PhoneBill

New Cell Phone Bill: Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Requiring Drivers to Use Hands Free Devices While Talking on a Mobile PhoneBill -The simple fact is it’s dangerous to talk on your cell phone while driving. CHP data show that cell phones are the number one cause of distracted-driving accidents,” said Gov. Schwarzenegger. “So getting people’s hands off their phones and onto their steering wheels is going to make a big difference in road safety. The ‘Hands-Free’ cell phone bill will save lives by making our roads safer. I want to thank Senator Simitian for authoring this bill and for his commitment to the safety of his fellow Californians."

Small Businesses Get 76% of GSA Katrina Contracts

Small Businesses Get 76% of GSA Katrina Contracts: "Since Hurricane Katrina slammed into the Gulf Coast one year ago today, 76 percent of the GSA’s contracting dollars in response to the worst natural disaster in U.S. history have gone to small businesses. Additionally, GSA continues to reach out to small businesses, helping them prepare to respond to the next disaster."

Internet Scam Alert: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks being Issued Nationwide

Internet Scam Alert: Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks being Issued Nationwide: "The above-named bank has reported that counterfeit cashier’s checks issued in the bank’s name and using a correct routing number of 112322634 are being presented for payment nationwide in connection with an up-front fee Internet scam. "

Homeland Security Grants

Homeland Security Grants: "The Department of Homeland Security enhances the ability of states, local and tribal jurisdictions, and other regional authorities in the preparation, prevention, and response to terrorist attacks and other disasters, by distributing grant funds. "

New Yorkers Have Two Weeks To Register For Disaster Assistance

New Yorkers Have Two Weeks To Register For Disaster Assistance: "New York State and federal officials urge those affected by the June severe storms and floods to register for State and federal disaster assistance before the October 2, 2006 deadline"