Stroke Information for Seniors Added to the NIHSeniorHealth Web Site
Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Monday, August 22, 2005
Sunday, August 21, 2005
Saturday, August 20, 2005
Pros and Cons of Banking Over the Internet
Pros and Cons of Banking Over the Internet: "Convenience: You can shop for financial products any time from anywhere you have an Internet connection"
Community Dispatch
Community Dispatch: "If you have a complaint about a bank or other financial institution, the Federal Reserve System might be able to help you. The Federal Reserve is responsible for carrying out many of the federal laws that protect consumers in their dealings with financial institutions"
Friday, August 19, 2005
Filing CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY - A Free Guide On How To File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Filing CHAPTER 7 BANKRUPTCY - A Free Guide On How To File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: "This publication, from Visa and the Federal Citizen Information Center, teaches the basics about how to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, with extensive information on how to set up a sound financial plan, how to rebuild your credit, and much more. The following guide can help you make the right decision when filing chapter 7 Bankruptcy:"
CPSC Issues New Back-To-School Safety Tips - Urges Safety Checks for Bike Helmets, Playgrounds and Athletic Fields
CPSC Issues New Back-To-School Safety Tips - Urges Safety Checks for Bike Helmets, Playgrounds and Athletic Fields: "WASHINGTON, D.C. � With this year�s back to school season in full swing, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents, teachers and school administrators to help prevent unnecessary injuries this fall by conducting a series of safety checks to identify hidden hazards in and around schools. "
Are You Getting Telemarketing Calls You Don�t Want? Here's How to Stop Them
Are You Getting Telemarketing Calls You Don�t Want? Here's How to Stop Them: "The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched the National Do Not Call Registry to give Americans a choice about getting telemarketing calls at home. According to a recent Harris Interactive poll,92 percent of people who reported placing a number on the registry said they are receiving fewer calls; a total of 78 percent said they�re getting �far fewer calls� or none at all"
Thursday, August 18, 2005
Wednesday, August 17, 2005
Tuesday, August 16, 2005
Home Equity Loans: How to Borrow Safely
Home Equity Loans: How to Borrow Safely: "As home values rise in many markets, Americans are increasingly tapping the equity in their houses to borrow money using either a home equity loan or a line of credit. The equity refers to the difference between what you owe on a house and its current market value. For instance, if you owe $100,000 on your mortgage but your home is worth $150,000, your equity is $50,000."
Monday, August 15, 2005
Sunday, August 14, 2005
Smoking Women Married To Smoking Men Have Higher Stroke Risk
Smoking Women Married To Smoking Men Have Higher Stroke Risk: "DALLAS, Aug. 5 � In a study of women smokers, those whose spouses also smoked had a higher risk of stroke than those married to nonsmokers, according to a study in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association."
Saturday, August 13, 2005
Identity Crisis... What to Do If Your Identity is Stolen
Identity Crisis... What to Do If Your Identity is Stolen: "Maybe you never opened that account, but someone else did...someone who used your name and personal information to commit fraud."
Friday, August 12, 2005
Thursday, August 11, 2005
CPSC, Kelty Announce Recall of Speedster Jogging Strollers
CPSC, Kelty Announce Recall of Speedster Jogging Strollers: "The following product safety recall was conducted voluntarily by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Customers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. "
FCC CONSENTS TO SPRINT CORPORATION ACQUISITION OF NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS LICENSES AND AUTHORIZATIONS
FCC CONSENTS TO SPRINT CORPORATION ACQUISITION OF NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS LICENSES AND AUTHORIZATIONS: "WASHINGTON, D.C. � Today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) consented to the applications filed in connection with the proposed merger of Sprint Corporation (Sprint) and Nextel Communications, Inc. (Nextel). Sprint is currently the third largest provider of commercial mobile telephone service based on subscribership, while Nextel is the fifth largest. "
What to do when Telephone or Wireless Phone Company Files for Bankruptcy
What to do when Telephone or Wireless Phone Company Files for Bankruptcy: "The fact that a wireline telephone company has filed for bankruptcy protection does not mean it will stop providing service. Many companies continue to provide uninterrupted service to their customers while in bankruptcy. "
Clinical Trials Currently Recruiting Paitents with Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Clinical Trials Currently Recruiting Paitents with Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma: "PURPOSE: This randomized phase III trial is studying active symptom control and chemotherapy to see how well they work compared to active symptom control alone in treating patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma. "
How Effective Are Latex Condoms in Preventing HIV?
How Effective Are Latex Condoms in Preventing HIV?: "How Effective Are Latex Condoms in Preventing HIV? "
Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer Vulnerabilities
Microsoft Windows and Internet Explorer Vulnerabilities: "Microsoft has released security updates for Windows and Internet Explorer. To obtain the updates, visit the Microsoft Update web site. US-CERT also recommends enabling Automatic Updates."
Tulsa-Based Whirlpool Corp. Agrees to Pay $850,000 in Back Wages to Settle Discrimination Claims against African Americans
Tulsa-Based Whirlpool Corp. Agrees to Pay $850,000 in Back Wages to Settle Discrimination Claims against African Americans: "TULSA, Okla.�The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that Whirlpool Corp. has agreed to settle findings of discrimination against about 800 African-American job applicants. The company will pay a total of $850,000 in back wages as part of the settlement.
'Federal contractors should be upholding the highest standards of fairness in employment and compliance with the law,' said Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao. 'In addition to the financial settlement in this case, I am pleased that 48 applicants will now be receiving jobs.' "
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