June 27 is National HIV Testing Day

An estimated 250,000 people in the United States have HIV and are not aware of it. National HIV Testing Day is an opportunity for people nationwide to learn their HIV status, and to gain knowledge to take control of their health and their lives.  June 27 is National HIV Testing Day

Hear Latest Watches, Warnings With A NOAA Weather Radio

The severe storms, tornadoes and flooding earlier this month and the damage they caused serve as reminders of the importance of being prepared when it comes to bad weather. One of the essential preparedness items your family should have is a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio. Hear Latest Watches, Warnings With A NOAA Weather Radio

102,000 Toy Helicopters Recalled Due to Fire Risk

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers. 102,000 Toy Helicopters Recalled Due to Fire Risk

Payday Loan Lead Generators Settle FTC Charges

Two payday loan lead generators have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that their Internet advertising stated payday loan costs and repayment periods without disclosing annual percentage rate (APR) information as federal law requires. Payday Loan Lead Generators Settle FTC Charges

Sweepstakes Scammers: FTC Warns Against Sweepstakes Scammers Posing as Government Officials

Putting a new twist on an old scam, con artists are posing as government officials when they tell consumers they have won a sweepstakes prize. Crooks also take advantage of Internet technology, which can make it appear that they are calling from Washington, DC. Sweepstakes Scammers: FTC Warns Against Sweepstakes Scammers Posing as Government Officials

IRS Increases Mileage Rates through Dec. 31, 2008

The Internal Revenue Service today announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rates for the final six months of 2008. Taxpayers may use the optional standard rates to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. IRS Increases Mileage Rates through Dec. 31, 2008

Prostate-Specific Antigen Screening in African American Men, Recruiting Participants

Screening may help doctors find prostate cancer sooner, when it may be easier to treat. This research study is looking at whether patients who are being screened for prostate cancer have been previously screened. Prostate-Specific Antigen Screening in African American Men, Recruiting Participants

Economic Stimulus: IRS Launches Summer Push to Reach Retirees and Disabled Veterans

The Internal Revenue Service today announced a new summer campaign to reach those retirees and disabled veterans who qualify for the economic stimulus payment but have not filed to claim it. New statistics released today indicate about 74 percent in this group are accounted for in the stimulus payments currently being sent, leaving about 5.2 million potential recipients remaining. Economic Stimulus: IRS Launches Summer Push to Reach Retirees and Disabled Veterans Who Have Yet to File for Their Economic Stimulus Payments