Prostate Cancer: Pomegranate Juice in Treating Patients With Rising Prostate-Specific Antigen

Prostate Cancer: Pomegranate Juice in Treating Patients With Rising Prostate-Specific Antigen: "Pomegranate juice may keep prostate cancer from growing in patients with rising prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels after surgery or radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer."

Children With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a Clinical Trial Study

Children With Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a Clinical Trial Study: "The purpose of this study is to evaluate the clinical outcomes of treatment with oral pantoprazole in children 1 through 5 years of age with endoscopically proven symptomatic GERD. "

Misuse of Prescription Drugs is Second only to Marijuana, According to Federal Report

Misuse of Prescription Drugs is Second only to Marijuana, According to Federal Report: "Misuse of prescription drugs is second only to marijuana as the nation’s most prevalent drug problem, and the annual average number of people using pain relievers non-medically for the first time exceeds the number of new marijuana users according to a study released today by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Most young people aged 12 to 17 get these drugs from friends or family members, not the Internet. "

Free Exhibit Space Available at FTC’s “Tech-ade”

Free Exhibit Space Available at FTC’s “Tech-ade”: "Limited free exhibit space is still available for companies that want to display examples of their cutting-edge technology at the FTC’s three-day public hearings to examine how evolving technology will shape and change the habits, opportunities, and challenges of consumers and businesses in the coming decade. Companies ranging from Microsoft to Moobella, from TiVo to Entertrainer have signed up to exhibit their products in conjunction with the workshop, to be held November 6-8 at The George Washington University Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052."

Identity Theft Continues to Rise, Financial Accounts Targeted

Identity Theft Continues to Rise, Financial Accounts Targeted: "We continue to see a rise in online identity theft cases, leading to the compromise of financial account information. In addition to banking accounts, we are observing increased activity targeting brokerage accounts. We remind users to remain cautious when receiving unsolicited email in order to avoid phishing and keylogger type attacks. We also emphasize the importance of preventative computer security measures to help avoid phishing and other types of attacks"

Off-pump" Bypass Surgery Associated with Reduced Occurrence of Stroke and Other Complications

Off-pump" Bypass Surgery Associated with Reduced Occurrence of Stroke and Other Complications: "Performing a common heart surgery without bypassing the cardiopulmonary system may cut down on the number of surgery-related strokes and other short-term complications, according to a new report by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' (HHS) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)."

Off-pump" Bypass Surgery Associated with Reduced Occurrence of Stroke and Other Complications

Off-pump" Bypass Surgery Associated with Reduced Occurrence of Stroke and Other Complications: "Performing a common heart surgery without bypassing the cardiopulmonary system may cut down on the number of surgery-related strokes and other short-term complications, according to a new report by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' (HHS) Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)."

NIH Announces Awards in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research

NIH Announces Awards in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research: "The Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) and the Trans-NIH Working Group for Research in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFSWG) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are pleased to announce seven (7) awards in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) research. The proposed studies will help researchers understand how the diverse symptoms in CFS are related to the interactions between the immune and neurological systems—an important step towards developing effective treatments for a disabling condition"

Unemployed? Apply for Benefits On-Line With eApply4UI

Unemployed? Apply for Benefits On-Line With eApply4UI - You can file at any time, at your convenience, in English or Spanish. eApply4UI is secure, reliable and available 24 hours per day. Note: This is the fastest way to file your claim.

OSHA Offers Free Spanish Language Construction Safety Course Oct. 29 in Riverhead, N.Y.

OSHA Offers Free Spanish Language Construction Safety Course Oct. 29 in Riverhead, N.Y.: "The course will help Hispanic workers identify and prevent common workplace hazards. It will include instruction about fall protection, excavation safety, electrical hazards, scaffolds, ladders, hand and power tools, hazard communication, industrial hygiene and fire protection. Workers will learn about their right to a safe and healthful workplace and how to contact OSHA"

Getting Your College Degree: Census Bureau Data Underscore Value of College Degree

Getting Your College Degree: Census Bureau Data Underscore Value of College Degree: "Adults age 18 and older with a bachelor’s degree earned an average of $51,554 in 2004, while those with a high school diploma earned $28,645, according to new tabulations released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Those without a high school diploma earned an average of $19,169."

Celebrate School Garden Week

Celebrate School Garden Week: "Join the California School Garden Network in celebrating School Garden Week! CSGN is encouraging schools throughout California to host garden activities and events to celebrate the success of school gardens across Califronia. We have created downloadable School Garden Week Event Kit materials to help you plan your garden celebration. The kit includes:"

SAM-e for the Treatment of Depression in Patients With Parkinson's Disease

SAM-e for the Treatment of Depression in Patients With Parkinson's Disease: "This study will test a chemical called s-adenosyl-methionine (SAM-e) for the treatment of depression in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). "

Acne Treatment: The Effect of Doxycycline 100mg and Doxycycline 20mg in Treatment of Mild and Moderate Acne

Acne Treatment: The Effect of Doxycycline 100mg and Doxycycline 20mg in Treatment of Mild and Moderate Acne: "The purpose of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of twice daily subantimicrobial dose doxycycline 20mg with daily doxycycline 100mg in treatment of mild and moderate Acne. "

Legal Help Available For Flood Disaster Victims

Legal Help Available For Flood Disaster Victims: "INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Volunteer attorneys are providing free, disaster-related legal assistance to individuals affected by the September 12 – 14 severe storms and flooding. The service, coordinated through the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is available by calling 1-800-266-2581 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday."

PBGC Assumes Pension Plan of Republic Storage Systems

PBGC Assumes Pension Plan of Republic Storage Systems: "The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) today announced it has assumed responsibility for the pensions of nearly 900 former employees of Republic Storage Systems Co. Inc., an employee-owned manufacturer of school storage lockers in Canton, Ohio. "

Thanksgiving Day 2006: Nov. 23, 2006, Facts Features and Fun

Thanksgiving Day 2006: Nov. 23, 2006, Facts Features and Fun: "1.6 billion pounds of sweet potatoes — another popular Thanksgiving side dish — produced in the United States in 2005. North Carolina (595 million pounds) produced more sweet potatoes than any other state. It was followed by California (351 million pounds). Mississippi and Louisiana also produced large amounts: at least 200 million pounds each"

Wireless Telephones: Probable Increase in Charges for Calling Wireless Telephones in Mexico

Wireless Telephones: Probable Increase in Charges for Calling Wireless Telephones in Mexico: "Beginning as early as November 4, 2006, calls to wireless phones in Mexico are expected to cost significantly more than they do today, with likely charges of at least 14 cents per minute imposed by Mexican telephone companies. Rates are increasing because the Mexican government recently decided to allow Mexican telephone companies to charge more for connecting calls to wireless phones in Mexico from other countries, including the United States."

Interest-Only Mortgage Payments and Payment-Option ARMs--Are They for You?

Interest-Only Mortgage Payments and Payment-Option ARMs--Are They for You?: "Owning a home is part of the American dream. But high home prices may make the dream seem out of reach. To make monthly mortgage payments more affordable, many lenders offer home loans that allow you to (1) pay only the interest on the loan during the first few years of the loan term or (2) make only a specified minimum payment that could be less than the monthly interest on the loan"

Halloween: Fun for Kids, Worrisome for Adults

Halloween: Fun for Kids, Worrisome for Adults: "Halloween is a big treat for kids of all ages but can be a big worry for parents and motorists. Parents can minimize risks this October 31 by making sure their trick-or-treating youngsters follow some safety tips, advises the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Smart parents can ensure a safe Halloween by accompanying small children around the neighborhood. If your children are old enough to explore the neighborhood on their own, advise them to visit homes where they know they will be welcome. If the house looks dark and uninviting, tell the kids to stay away."

Tomorrow's Leaders Student Scholarship Program

Tomorrow's Leaders Student Scholarship Program: "The Office of the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) announces a limited competition Request for Applications (RFA) to provide four year, university-level scholarship and internship opportunities at select institutions of higher learning in the Middle East for future Arab leaders. The program is notionally titled the “Tomorrow’s Leaders” program. "

The Truth About Your Automobile Insurance Rates

The Truth About Your Automobile Insurance Rates: " you’re here because of the insurance industry's attack campaign, then you probably haven’t heard the true story. If you believe, as I do, that your insurance rates should be based more on how safely you drive than where you live, you might want to learn the real facts about my new regulations.
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Retiree Health Costs: CalPERS Approves Helping Public Agencies Pre-Fund

Retiree Health Costs: CalPERS Approves Helping Public Agencies Pre-Fund: "The California Public Employees' Retirement System took the first steps in setting up a program that would help public agencies pre-fund retiree health costs. The CalPERS Board of Administration approved language for regulations that would authorize the System to develop a pre-funding plan for retiree health care coverage"

Pregnant Smokers: Don’t Light Up During First Two Weeks of Cessation Program

Pregnant Smokers: Don’t Light Up During First Two Weeks of Cessation Program: "Previous research has shown that cigarette use during the first two weeks of a smoking cessation program predicts short- and longer-term cigarette use. Now, new NIDA-supported research extends this finding to pregnant women."