Binge Eating Disorder:Guided Self-Help Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder:Guided Self-Help Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder: "This study will determine the effectiveness of guided self-help (GSH) treatment in treating individuals with binge eating disorder (BED). "

Workers' Compensation Rates:John Garamendi Anticipates Reducing Workers' Compensation Rates for California Employers

Workers' Compensation Rates:John Garamendi Anticipates Reducing Workers' Compensation Rates for California Employers: "Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi today announced he will likely recommend a further reduction in workers’ compensation insurance rates of at least an additional 6.3%. Based on pre-reform trends, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) estimates that such a reduction would result in cumulative savings to the system of $10 billion to $14 billion since 2003."

California Health Care Crisis: John Garamendi Calls for Reform of State’s Broken Health Care System in Weekly Radio Address

California Health Care Crisis: John Garamendi Calls for Reform of State’s Broken Health Care System in Weekly Radio Address: "Today, in California, more than 6 million people live without health insurance. Day to day they struggle to survive while teetering on the brink of financial ruin. One unexpected hospitalization could wipe out their savings, their home, and quite possibly their future."

OSHA Cites Contractor for Fatalities in Boston Scaffold Collapse

OSHA Cites Contractor for Fatalities in Boston Scaffold Collapse: "The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Bostonian Masonry for eight alleged violations of safety standards in connection with three fatalities on April 3 during a scaffold collapse at 150 Boylston St. in Boston. The Walpole, Mass., masonry contractor faces $119,000 in proposed fines."

Methamphetamine Use Varies Widely Across States and Remains Highest Among Young Adults

Methamphetamine Use Varies Widely Across States and Remains Highest Among Young Adults: "A new study from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) continues to show that individuals in the 18-25 age group are the most likely to be using methamphetamine. The NSDUH Report: State Estimates of Past Year Methamphetamine"

FEMA Public Assistance To New York Tops $14 Million

FEMA Public Assistance To New York Tops $14 Million: "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated more than $14 million in Public Assistance (PA) funds to help New York counties repair flood damage and rebuild infrastructure damaged or destroyed in the June flooding."

Denny’s Restaurant Sued by EEOC for Disability Bias Against Class of Workers Nationwide

Denny’s Restaurant Sued by EEOC for Disability Bias Against Class of Workers Nationwide: "The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced today that it filed a federal discrimination lawsuit under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) against Denny’s, Inc., which operates more than 500 corporate-owned restaurants in 30 states, on behalf of disabled employees nationwide who were not provided reasonable accommodation and were fired after being denied medical leave needed in connection with their disabilities."

$10 Million Awarded to Fight Methamphetamine in Rural America

$10 Million Awarded to Fight Methamphetamine in Rural America: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of seven grants, totaling nearly $10 million over three years, to provide treatment for methamphetamine abuse and other emerging drugs for adults residing in rural communities. These new grants, and 17 previously awarded through this program in 2004 and 2005, support substance abuse treatment in areas among the hardest hit by methamphetamine abuse over the past decade, enabling rural communities to provide more comprehensive, integrated care for adults using methamphetamines or other emerging drugs of abuse."

HRSA Awards $50 Million to Improve and Promote Transplantation

HRSA Awards $50 Million to Improve and Promote Transplantation: "The Health Resources and Services Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, recently awarded funds totaling almost $50 million to support a variety of activities meant to improve and encourage organ, tissue, bone marrow, cord blood and circulating blood stem cell donations."

SAMHSA Awards $6.7 Million in Grants to States to Strengthen Substance Abuse Treatment Access/Retention

SAMHSA Awards $6.7 Million in Grants to States to Strengthen Substance Abuse Treatment Access/Retention: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of seven cooperative agreements totaling $6.7 million over 3 years under the Strengthening Treatment Access and Retention – State Implementation (STAR-SI) program to help states identify and implement methods to enhance individual access to and retention in community-based outpatient substance abuse treatment programs"

Small Business Workshop: Overseas Investment in Developing Countries.

Small Business Workshop: Overseas Investment in Developing Countries.: "The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) invites you to participate in the Expanding Horizon workshops, co-hosted by MBDA and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC). In 2006, the Expanding Horizons workshop will be held in Atlanta on September 28th, in Chicago on October 12th and in Los Angeles on November 16th to inform minority entrepreneurs about government programs available to support overseas investment in developing countries. MBDA knows that minority and women-owned small businesses face unique challenges that prevent their businesses from expanding overseas."

Bankruptcy Basics

Bankruptcy Basics: "Bankruptcy Basics provides basic information to debtors, creditors, court personnel, the media, and the general public on different aspects of the federal bankruptcy laws. It also provides individuals who may be considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different chapters under which a bankruptcy case may be filed and to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about the bankruptcy process"

SAMHSA Awards $10.6 Million for Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of eight grants totaling $10.6 million over three years to expand the availability of comprehensive residential treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women, their children and family members.

FAQ on California Gasoline Prices

FAQ on California Gasoline Prices: "Gasoline-Saving Tips and More

Defending Cell Phones and PDAs Against Attack

Defending Cell Phones and PDAs Against Attack: "As cell phones and PDAs become more technologically advanced, attackers are finding new ways to target victims. By using text messaging or email, an attacker could lure you to a malicious site or convince you to install malicious code on your portable device"

New FAA Forum to Review Age 60 Rule For Pilots

New FAA Forum to Review Age 60 Rule For Pilots: "Since 1959, the FAA has required that all U.S. pilots stop flying commercial airplanes at age 60. In November, ICAO, the United Nations’ aviation organization, will increase the upper age limit for pilots to age 65, provided that one of the two pilots in the cockpit is under age 60"

SAMHSA Awards $21.9 Million for Mental Health Transformation State Incentive Grants

SAMHSA Awards $21.9 Million for Mental Health Transformation State Incentive Grants: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of two new Mental Health Transformation State Incentive grants totaling $21.9 million over five years. The grants support infrastructure and service delivery improvements that will help build a solid foundation for delivering and sustaining effective mental health and related services."

13 Million US Women Suffer Pain with Sex

13 Million US Women Suffer Pain with Sex: " frequently overlooked and under-researched chronic pain disorder, which affects 16% of women (one out of six) in the United States, is gaining the attention it has long warranted. In the past few months, two prominent medical organizations, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), have disseminated important documents on vulvodynia to their 150,000 cumulative members, alerting them to this often misdiagnosed and inappropriately treated women’s health condition. "

Girls Gone Wild” Founder Joseph Francis Pleads Guilty In Sexual Exploitation Case - Agrees to Pay $500,000 Fine

Girls Gone Wild” Founder Joseph Francis Pleads Guilty In Sexual Exploitation Case - Agrees to Pay $500,000 Fine: "Joseph Francis, founder, CEO and sole shareholder of two California companies doing business under the name “Girls Gone Wild,” has pleaded guilty to charges that he failed to create and maintain age and identity documents for performers in sexually explicit films produced and distributed by Girls Gone Wild, as required by federal law, Assistant Attorney General Alice S. Fisher of the Criminal Division announced today. "

Healthcare employment for workers without a bachelor’s degree

Healthcare employment for workers without a bachelor’s degree: "Overall, healthcare occupations are projected to provide more than 3 million job openings between 2004 and 2014 for workers without a bachelor’s degree. "

Postal Service Proposes New Mailing Standards To Increase Efficiency

Postal Service Proposes New Mailing Standards To Increase Efficiency: "The U.S. Postal Service proposes to revise its mailing standards to encourage mail preparation that is compatible with the Postal Service’s improved processing capabilities. When implemented, the standards would accompany the proposed price changes planned to take effect next spring. "

Half of U.S. Businesses Are Home-Based, Majority of Firms Self-Financed

Half of U.S. Businesses Are Home-Based, Majority of Firms Self-Financed: "Almost half (49 percent) of the nation’s businesses are operated from home, and more than 6-in-10 owners used their own money to start the business, according to new U.S. Census Bureau reports on characteristics of businesses and business owners."

Online Grants:The Six Steps of Applying Electronically

Online Grants:The Six Steps of Applying Electronically: "The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has begun to move to receiving grant applications electronically. There are six steps in the electronic application process. "

Title Insurance Illegal Kickbacks: Garamendi Files Accusation Against Stewart Title For Illegal Rebate Activities

Title Insurance Illegal Kickbacks: Garamendi Files Accusation Against Stewart Title For Illegal Rebate Activities: "Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi has filed a formal accusation against Stewart Title Guaranty Company alleging the company has engaged in an illegal captive reinsurance scheme from 1999 through 2005, in violation of state and federal anti-kickback laws. "

Airline Travel Update:Permitted and Prohibited Items

Airline Travel Update:Permitted and Prohibited Items: "Effective Tuesday, September 26, TSA Is Adjusting The Ban On Liquids, Aerosols And Gels. Travelers may now carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries (3 ounces or less) that fit comfortably in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic, zip-top bag. After clearing security, travelers can now bring beverages and other items purchased in the secure boarding area on-board aircraft."

Airline Travel Update:Permitted and Prohibited Items

Airline Travel Update:Permitted and Prohibited Items: "Effective Tuesday, September 26, TSA Is Adjusting The Ban On Liquids, Aerosols And Gels. Travelers may now carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries (3 ounces or less) that fit comfortably in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic, zip-top bag. After clearing security, travelers can now bring beverages and other items purchased in the secure boarding area on-board aircraft."

Employer costs for retirement and savings plans, June 2006

Employer costs for retirement and savings plans, June 2006: "n June 2006, average costs to employers in private industry for retirement and savings benefits were 91 cents per hour worked. "

HUD Reaches $500,000 Settlement with Mortgage Company

HUD Reaches $500,000 Settlement with Mortgage Company: " U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced today that it has negotiated a settlement for $500,000 with SouthStar Funding LLC, to resolve allegations of discrimination against African Americans and Hispanics in mortgage lending. "

SAMHSA Awards $24.9 Million for Substance Abuse Treatment and HIV/AIDS Services for Minorities

SAMHSA Awards $24.9 Million for Substance Abuse Treatment and HIV/AIDS Services for Minorities: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) today announced the award of 10 grants totaling $24.9 million over five years to enhance and expand substance abuse treatment, outreach, and pretreatment services in conjunction with HIV/AIDS services in Black, Latino/Hispanic, and other racial or ethnic communities highly affected by the twin epidemics of substance abuse and HIV/AIDS. Beverly Watts Davis, Senior Advisor on Substance Abuse Policy at SAMHSA, also announced the grants during her speech at the 2006 United States Conference on AIDS held in Hollywood, Florida. "

New Report: Emergency Department Visits Involving ADHD Stimulant Medications

New ADHD Report: Emergency Department Visits Involving ADHD Stimulant Medications: "According to SAMHSA's Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) for 2004, an estimated 7,873 drug-related emergency department visits involved methylphenidate or amphetamine-dextroamphetamine, two medications used to treat attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)."

Home Made Explosives (HME) Detection System Grant

Home Made Explosives (HME) Detection System Grant: "This project is in support of the ongoing effort by S&T/DHS to counter the recent increase from liquid explosives threat. S&T’s goal is to investigate any and all potential detection technologies capable of detecting and distinguishing explosives and flammable liquids from benign liquids (drinks, lotions, hygiene products, contact lens solutions, etc.). Homemade Explosives (HME) such as black powder, triacetonetriperoxide (TATP), hexamethylene-triperoxidediamine (HMTD), chlorates, and perchlorates mixed with sugar or other fuels have come to be used instead of commercial explosives."

Vegetable of the Month: Chili Peppers

Vegetable of the Month: Chili Peppers: "Hot peppers (chilies) are often used to spice up dishes, and they are especially popular in ethnic cuisine including Mexican, Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Arab and Spanish cooking. Chilies are an excellent source of vitamin C if you can withstand their powerful bite."

2008 Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration Opens October 4

2008 Diversity Visa Lottery Program Registration Opens October 4: "Registration for the United States' 2008 Diversity Visa Lottery program (DV-2008) will be held October 4 to December 3, the State Department announced September 19. Applicants whose names are selected randomly will be eligible to apply for one of 50,000 permanent resident visas made available annually to persons from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States."

What’s New: California Real Estate Business Address Lookup

What’s New: California Real Estate Business Address Lookup: "
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Training Fund Grants Available for California Building and Construction Trades

Training Fund Grants Available for California Building and Construction Trades: "The training fund grant for the 2006-2007 fiscal year is under way, the grant application with the vendor data record must be postmarked by September 30, 2006. These grants are for apprenticeship programs in the building and construction trades only"

Albertsons Community Grants

Albertsons Community Grants: "Albertsons is accepting applications for its In the Community Grant program. The purpose of this program is to support organizations that work in the areas of hunger relief, youth and education, and health and nutrition. Preference is given to organizations that offer volunteer opportunities"

New Grant Highlights U.S. Cultural Support - Agreement Helps Preserve Historic Addis Ababa Theatre

New Grant Highlights U.S. Cultural Support - Agreement Helps Preserve Historic Addis Ababa Theatre: "Addis Ababa (U.S. Embassy) – Public Affairs Counselor Dr. Anthony Fisher joined Addis Ababa City Administration Bureau Head for Information and Culture, H.E. Ato Misgnaw Arga on Thursday, September 21, to sign a grant that will make possible the structural consolidation of the historic Hager Fikir Theatre. The grant, in the amount of $35,000, is being provided through the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation, an annual competitive program of the U.S. Department of State."

Weight Loss and Exercise in Obese Physically Limited Older Women and Men

Weight Loss and Exercise in Obese Physically Limited Older Women and Men: "The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of weight loss and exercise on physical function, body fat and muscle mass, bone strength, and quality of life"

Esophageal Cancer Risk Registry

Esophageal Cancer Risk Registry: "The purpose of this study is to identify markers in the blood and tissue that could indicate risk factors for the development and progression of esophagus cancer. "