Reiki/Energy Healing in Prostate Cancer

Reiki/Energy Healing in Prostate Cancer: " The purpose of this study is to determine whether Reiki energy healing affects disease progression and anxiety in patients with localized prostate cancer who are candidates for radical prostatectomy. "

Fish Oil for the Treatment of Depression in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

Fish Oil for the Treatment of Depression in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: "This study will determine whether fish oil can reduce depression in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who are mild to moderately depressed and are currently taking antidepressant medication. "

Methods for Measuring Insulin Sensitivity

Methods for Measuring Insulin Sensitivity: "Patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, and who are overweight are known to have defects in the way their body responds to insulin. The purpose of this study is to develop better methods for measuring the way body tissue responds to insulin and sugar (glucose). "

Political Dissent and Due Process In Ethiopia

Political Dissent and Due Process In Ethiopia: "The United States remains gravely concerned by actions of the Government of Ethiopia in the cases of opposition, civil society, and media leaders, including five staff members of the Voice of America, charged with capital offenses.

Help With Prescription Drug Costs

Help With Prescription Drug Costs: "SSA and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are working together to provide persons with limited income and resources extra help paying for their prescription drugs. "

Absorption and Distribution of Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Absorption and Distribution of Glucosamine and Chondroitin: "The purpose of this study is to examine the way the dietary supplements glucosamine and chondroitin are absorbed and distributed throughout the body. "

Two Bogus Anti-spyware Operators Settle FTC Charges

Two Bogus Anti-spyware Operators Settle FTC Charges: "Scans Detected Spyware That Wasn't There; Spyware Removal Software Claims Were False Settlements Require Defendants to Give Up Nearly $2 Million in Ill-Gotten Gains"

CPSC, Bombardier Recalls 2006 Snowmobiles

CPSC, Bombardier Recalls 2006 Snowmobiles: "Certain Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV500 SS, REV 600 HO, and REV 600 HO SDI Snowmobiles due to cracks that could appear in the starter ring gears allowing gear fragmentation at high speeds. "

2006 Childhood & Adolescent Immunization Schedule

2006 Childhood & Adolescent Immunization Schedule: "The childhood and adolescent immunization schedule and the catch-up immunization schedule for 2006 have been approved by Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)."

IRS and Treasury Change Reporting for Certain Transactions with Significant Book-Tax Differences

IRS and Treasury Change Reporting for Certain Transactions with Significant Book-Tax Differences: "Taxpayers are required to disclose to the IRS their participation in reportable transactions to the IRS. In certain cases, taxpayers' advisors are also required to disclose their involvement with reportable transactions to the IRS and to keep lists of participants in those transactions."

Trader Joe's Company Recalls Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Original

Trader Joe's Company Recalls Gourmet Chocolate Fudge Original: "Trader Joe's Company of Monrovia, California is recalling Trader Joe's Gourmet Chocolate Fudge (8 oz. original) code BB 07/01/06 LOT 008, because the product may contain walnuts that are not declared on the label. Since walnuts are an allergen, we're recalling the entire lot."

MARINERS CAN CHART COURSES AT NO CHARGE

MARINERS CAN CHART COURSES AT NO CHARGE: "Mariners can now get free electronic downloads of NOAA Raster Navigational Charts or RNCs. A raster chart is a digitally scanned image of a paper nautical chart used by mariners for navigation"

FEMA Provides Housing Options to Families in Hotels/Motels

FEMA Provides Housing Options to Families in Hotels/Motels: "BATON ROUGE, La. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is encouraging the 10,000 households in hotels and motels to find alternative housing -- or risk paying lodging bills themselves with their FEMA housing assistance funds. "

Record Homeowners Insurance Claim Payments from 2005 Hurricanes Equal to 25 Years of Louisiana Homeowners Premiums

Record Homeowners Insurance Claim Payments from 2005 Hurricanes Equal to 25 Years of Louisiana Homeowners Premiums: "The record total of homeowners insurance claims payments resulting from the 2005 hurricanes in Louisiana is enough to wipe out all homeowners premiums paid in the state during the past 25 years, as well as every dollar of homeowners insurance profits ever earned there."

Cyber Alert : Microsoft Windows Metafile Vulnerability

Cyber Alert : Microsoft Windows Metafile Vulnerability: "Microsoft has released an update that addresses a critical vulnerability in Windows Metafile images"

CHOOSE THE SIMPLEST FEDERAL TAX FORM FOR YOUR NEEDS

CHOOSE THE SIMPLEST FEDERAL TAX FORM FOR YOUR NEEDS: "The three forms used for filing individual federal income tax returns are Form 1040EZ, Form 1040A, and Form 1040. If you are filing a federal income tax return on paper, use the simplest form you can."

IRS Announces Additional Agreements to Assist Disaster Victims

IRS Announces Additional Agreements to Assist Disaster Victims: "The National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Taxation, the National Society of Accountants (NSA) and the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) are the latest organizations to join IRS employees in staffing disaster recovery centers and assisting taxpayers affected by recent hurricanes"

Xbox 360 Leads the Way in High-Definition Entertainment

Xbox 360 Leads the Way in High-Definition Entertainment: "Just a month after the global launch of the new Xbox 360- video game and entertainment system, Microsoft® Chairman and Chief Software Architect Bill Gates discussed the product's strong momentum in delivering high-definition hardware, games, and digital entertainment experiences. Xbox 360 is on track to be the fastest-selling video game console ever, forecast to ship between 4.5 million and 5.5 million units worldwide by the end of June 2006"

European Union Regional Factsheet

European Union Regional Factsheet -The European Union is comprised of 25 countries, with Bulgaria and Romania to be added in 2007.

Celebrating Women - Women�s History Month: March 2006

Celebrating Women - Women's History Month: March 2006: "149.1 million are the number of females in the United States as of July 1, 2004. That exceeds the number of males (144.5 million). Males outnumbered females in every five-year-age group through the 35- to 39-age group. Starting with the 40- to 44-age group, women outnumbered men"

California Free Small Business and Nonprofit Seminars

California Free Small Business and Nonprofit Seminars: "A 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."

File Your California Income Tax Return Online...FREE!

File Your California Income Tax Return Online...FREE! -Check out the online filing service built for you by the State of California. Doing your taxes is easier and more convenient than ever. e-file opens January 3, 2005.

CDC Seeks Public Input on CDC Health Protection Research Guide, 2006-2015

CDC Seeks Public Input on CDC Health Protection Research Guide, 2006-2015 -CDC is seeking comments from researchers, partners and the public on the draft Research Guide.

Floridians Urged to Apply for Disaster Assistance by January 5 Deadline

Floridians Urged to Apply for Disaster Assistance by January 5 Deadline: "ORLANDO, Fla. -- Today is the deadline to apply for federal and state disaster assistance in the wake of Hurricane Wilma, according to the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State Emergency Response Team (SERT). "

Sober Mass-mailing Worm Update Information

Sober Mass-mailing Worm Update Information: "US-CERT is aware of functionality that could allow the latest Sober mass-mailing worm variants known as 'W32/Sober.X', 'W32/Sober.Y', and 'W32/Sober.Z' to automatically update themselves. These Sober worm variants are dual-language (English and German) mass-mailing worms that utilize a built-in SMTP engine to propagate. There have been over 20 Sober worm variants since October 2003. The latest Sober worm variant has been propagating since November 15, 2005 and will attempt to update itself on January 6, 2006"

West Virginia Mine Explosion:Federal Mine Safety Agency Launches Accident Investigation

West Virginia Mine Explosion:Federal Mine Safety Agency Launches Accident Investigation: "Eight-Member Team to Probe Cause of West Virginia Mine Explosion, Handling of Information on Trapped Miners' Condition " -ARLINGTON, Va. The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) today launched its investigation into the underground coal mine explosion that killed 12 miners and seriously injured one additional miner. The blast occurred on Monday, Jan. 2, at the Sago Mine in Upshur County, W.Va. The mine was acquired last year by International Coal Group Inc. "

Rose Bowl Football Game Flight Restrictions

Rose Bowl Football Game Flight Restrictions: "To provide safety and security for participants at the Rose Bowl football game, and various aerial demonstrations, the following TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS will be in effect pursuant to 14 CFR 91.145, Management of Aircraft Operations in the Vicinity of Major Sporting Events and Aerial Demonstrations"

IRS Provides Safe Harbor to Heavy Equipment Dealers For Use of Replacement Cost for Parts

IRS Provides Safe Harbor to Heavy Equipment Dealers For Use of Replacement Cost for Parts: "WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance that provides heavy equipment dealers with a safe harbor that allows them to approximate the cost of the equipment parts inventory using the replacement cost method of accounting."

Contractors Board Warns California Flood Victims Not To Get Soaked Twice

Contractors Board Warns California Flood Victims Not To Get Soaked Twice: "SACRAMENTO -- The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is warning California flood victims to use caution when hiring a contractor to repair or rebuild their homes and property. The CSLB has found that unscrupulous or unlicensed operators will try to take advantage of homeowners following a disaster. These con artists face can also face felony charges if they operate in a declared disaster area."

Outbreak Notice: Update: Yellow Fever, West Africa

Outbreak Notice: Update: Yellow Fever, West Africa: "According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report dated December 19, the Ministry of Health of Guinea has reported 114 cases of suspected yellow fever, with 26 deaths since the beginning of 2005. Of these cases, 23 have been laboratory confirmed. The most affected region of Guinea is Boke where WHO is assisting the Ministry of Health in investigating the outbreak. "

New AMT Assistant Debuts on IRS

New AMT Assistant Debuts on IRS: "WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service is providing a new online tool to help individual taxpayers determine whether they are potentially subject to the alternative minimum tax (AMT).
The AMT Assistant helps taxpayers determine whether or not they may be subject to the AMT by automating the AMT Worksheet of the 1040 Instructions, called the "Worksheet to See if You Should Fill in Form 6251 " Line 45." IRS estimates most taxpayers can make entries and get an answer in five to 10 minutes using the new application."

Audit of Medicaid School-Based Services in Texas

Audit of Medicaid School-Based Services in Texas: "The objective of our audit was to determine whether the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (the State agency) claimed Federal reimbursement for school-based health services in accordance with Federal and State requirements. We found that 991 of sampled claims did not comply with Federal and State requirements."

HUD ANNOUNCES HIGHER FHA HOME LOAN LIMITS TO HELP MORE AMERICAN FAMILIES BECOME HOMEOWNERS

HUD ANNOUNCES HIGHER FHA HOME LOAN LIMITS TO HELP MORE AMERICAN FAMILIES BECOME HOMEOWNERS: "Effective January 1, 2006, FHA will insure single-family home mortgages up to $200,160 in standard areas and up to $362,790 in high cost areas. The high cost amount is almost $50,000 more than last year. The loan limits for two-, three- and four-unit dwellings also increased. FHA is sending letters to thousands of mortgage lenders and brokers to make them aware of the higher rates that can help families. "

DHS Introduces Risk-based Formula for Urban Areas Security Initiative Grants

DHS Introduces Risk-based Formula for Urban Areas Security Initiative Grants: "The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today $765 million in direct funding for high threat urban areas as part of the fiscal year 2006 Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI). UASI provides resources for the unique equipment, training, planning, and exercise needs of select high threat urban areas"

HUD ANNOUNCES HIGHER FHA HOME LOAN LIMITS TO HELP MORE AMERICAN FAMILIES BECOME HOMEOWNERS

HUD ANNOUNCES HIGHER FHA HOME LOAN LIMITS TO HELP MORE AMERICAN FAMILIES BECOME HOMEOWNERS: "Effective January 1, 2006, FHA will insure single-family home mortgages up to $200,160 in standard areas and up to $362,790 in high cost areas. The high cost amount is almost $50,000 more than last year. The loan limits for two-, three- and four-unit dwellings also increased. FHA is sending letters to thousands of mortgage lenders and brokers to make them aware of the higher rates that can help families."

Tax Packages for the 2006 Filing Season

Tax Packages for the 2006 Filing Season: "The Internal Revenue Service will send taxpayers almost 17.7 million tax packages and 15.5 million computer filing post cards this year. The tax packages cost nearly $6 million for printing and $5.1 million for postage for an average overall cost of 63 cents per tax package. The 4-page post cards describe the advantages of e-filing and cost about 20 cents each. For all products, the average overall cost is 42 cents per piece. Most people will get their tax packages in early January. The IRS expects to receive about 135 million individual tax returns in 2006"

Oldest Baby Boomers Turn 60!

Oldest Baby Boomers Turn 60!: "In 2006, the oldest of the baby boomers, the generation born between 1946 and 1964, will turn 60 years old. Among the Americans celebrating their 60th will be our two most recent presidents, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Other well-known celebrities reaching this milestone include Cher, Donald Trump, Sylvester Stallone and Dolly Parton."

You Can Lose Weight - Here�s How

You Can Lose Weight - Here's How: "Americans are getting fatter. We're putting on the pounds at an alarmingly rapid rate. And we're sacrificing our health for the sake of super-sized portions, biggie drinks, and two-for-one value meals, obesity researchers say. More than 60 percent of U.S. adults are overweight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And about 15 percent of children and adolescents ages 6 to 19 are overweight."

Indian Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program Grant Opportunity: FY 2006

Indian Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program Grant Opportunity: FY 2006: "The purpose of the Indian Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program is to reduce crimes associated with the distribution and use of alcohol and controlled substances in tribal communities. The program seeks to mobilize tribal communities to implement or enhance innovative, collaborative efforts that address public safety issues related to alcohol and substance abuse."

Top 10 Ways Scam Artists Turn Pigeons into Turkeys

Top 10 Ways Scam Artists Turn Pigeons into Turkeys: "The New York State Consumer Protection Board and other consumer protection agencies offer this list of widespread scams and frauds."

Akron, N.Y., Contractor Faces $90,500 in OSHA Fines for Asbestos Hazards

Akron, N.Y., Contractor Faces $90,500 in OSHA Fines for Asbestos Hazards: "BUFFALO, N.Y. -- An Akron, N.Y., heating contractor's alleged failure to protect employees against asbestos hazards has resulted in a total of $90,500 in fines from the U.S. Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)."

NEW 39-CENT FIRST-CLASS STAMPS AVAILABLE THURSDAY FOR JANUARY 8 RATE CHANGE

NEW 39-CENT FIRST-CLASS STAMPS AVAILABLE THURSDAY FOR JANUARY 8 RATE CHANGE: "WASHINGTON - Customers have more options than ever to purchase 39-cent First-Class stamps beginning December 8 to use when the new postage rates go into effect Jan. 8, 2006. Plenty of two-cent stamps will be available for customers to use with their 37-cent stamps."

NEW 39-CENT FIRST-CLASS STAMPS AVAILABLE THURSDAY FOR JANUARY 8 RATE CHANGE

NEW 39-CENT FIRST-CLASS STAMPS AVAILABLE THURSDAY FOR JANUARY 8 RATE CHANGE: "WASHINGTON - Customers have more options than ever to purchase 39-cent First-Class stamps beginning December 8 to use when the new postage rates go into effect Jan. 8, 2006. Plenty of two-cent stamps will be available for customers to use with their 37-cent stamps"

SEVEN WAYS TO GET A JUMP START ON YOUR TAXES

SEVEN WAYS TO GET A JUMP START ON YOUR TAXES: "Earlier is better when it comes to working on your taxes. Taxpayers are encouraged to get a head start on tax preparation, especially since early filers avoid the last minute rush and get their refunds sooner. Here are seven easy ways to get a good jump on your taxes long before the April deadline is here"

IRS Simplifies Tax Filing Requirements for Small Employers

IRS Simplifies Tax Filing Requirements for Small Employers: "WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today issued temporary and proposed regulations that will significantly reduce tax filing burden for nearly 950,000 small business owners. Beginning January 1, 2006, certain employment tax filers will be able to file the new Form 944 (Employer's Annual Federal Tax Return) once a year rather than filing Form 941 (Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return) four times a year. "

Influenza:What to Do If You Get Sick

Influenza:What to Do If You Get Sick: "Influenza (commonly called the �flu�) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The information below describes common flu symptoms, how to protect yourself and those close to you from getting the flu, and what to do if you get sick with flu-like symptoms."

Online Slide Show: Stretches You Can Do in Your Office

Online Slide Show: Stretches You Can Do in Your Office Do your shoulders get tense when you glance at the stack of work piling up on your desk? Does your back ache if you spend too many hours hunched forward over your keyboard? Take a break at the Mayo Clinic Online Stretch Exercise Slide Show.

IRS Opens 2006 Tax Filing Season

IRS Opens 2006 Tax Filing Season: "WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service today launched the 2006 filing season with a new look to its popular Web site, improved online tools and enhanced electronic services that will better assist taxpayers and tax preparers. The agency is sending 17.7 million 1040 tax packages this week to taxpayers who have previously filed paper returns. The number of paper tax booklets being mailed to Americans is continuing to decline as more people opt for electronic filing."

Acquiring 'Free' OSHA Publications and Posters

Acquiring 'Free' OSHA Publications and Posters: "Recently, we have been hearing of numerous complaints from employers who have received "official looking" announcements, and in some cases, threatening notices from various companies requiring that employers must purchase OSHA documents from them in order to remain in compliance with OSHA rules and regulations. The most popular document being offered for sale is the OSHA Workplace Poster (also available in Spanish)."

STEEL IMPORTS FOR November 2005 DECREASED 15 PERCENT FROM October 2005

STEEL IMPORTS FOR November 2005 DECREASED 15 PERCENT FROM October 2005: "The preliminary data released today show that overall steel imports in November 2005 decreased 15 percent compared to October 2005. The change in November's total amount of steel imports was due primarily to decreases in blooms, billets, and slabs; hot rolled sheets; and wire rods. November 2005 imports of finished steel products decreased 8 percent compared to October 2005, while imports of semi-finished steel decreased 36 percent"

How to Use Fruits and Vegetables to Help Manage Your Weight

How to Use Fruits and Vegetables to Help Manage Your Weight: "There are many different ways to lose or maintain a healthy weight. Using more fruits and vegetables along with whole grains and lean meats, nuts, and beans is a safe and healthy one. Helping control your weight is not the only benefit of eating more fruits and vegetables. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer and other chronic diseases. Fruits and vegetables also provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are important for good health. "

Is losing weight your New Year resolution?...

Is losing weight your New Year resolution?...: "Nutrition for Everyone: Healthy Weight -Understanding the Energy Equation Whether you want to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, it's important to understand the connection between the energy your body takes in (through the foods you eat and the beverages you drink) and the energy your body uses (through the activities you do). To lose weight, you need to use more calories than you take in. To maintain a healthy weight, you need to balance the calories you use with those you take in. No matter which results you want, eating a healthy diet and being physically active can help you reach your goal. "

NOAA WARNS NEW YEAR WILL BRING SERIOUS THREAT OF WILDFIRES

NOAA WARNS NEW YEAR WILL BRING SERIOUS THREAT OF WILDFIRES: " Wildfires will likely continue to char the landscape of the southern Plains into the start of the New Year as NOAA predicts unseasonably warm temperatures, low humidity and increasing winds in combination with drought-stricken land."

Safeguarding Your Retirement Income: Follow Four Simple Rules, Advises I.I.I.

Safeguarding Your Retirement Income: Follow Four Simple Rules, Advises I.I.I.: "NEW YORK, December 30, 2005�Making your New Year's resolutions? Focusing on your retirement income, and what you can do to safeguard it, should be top of your list.
There are four simple steps you can take to ensure your income is secure and sufficient when the time comes, says the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). These steps apply not only to "defined benefit" plans such as those covering large private and many government employers, but also to 401(k) plans, and should be part of your annual financial review"

Hypertension diagnosis and treatment Updated Guideline

Hypertension Diagnosis and Treatment Updated Guideline: "Hypertension diagnosis and treatment"

FDA Issues Consumer Alert on Contaminated Pet Food

FDA Issues Consumer Alert on Contaminated Pet Food: "The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is conducting an investigation into the deaths and illnesses of dogs that consumed pet food contaminated with a potent toxin called aflatoxin. To date, FDA is aware of 23 dogs that have died and another 18 dogs that have become ill. The pet food is made by Diamond Pet Food at its Gaston, South Carolina facility"

Hate Bias Crime Training Program for Police Officers

Hate Bias Crime Training Program for Police Officers: "The Hate Bias Crime Training Program provides trainers with all the necessary training aides and materials to train police officers how to improve the effectiveness of their agencies in recognizing, reporting, investigating and prosecuting hate crimes."

One in Three Adult Drivers Drinking, Using Drugs

One in Three Adult Drivers Drinking, Using Drugs: "About one in three adult drivers age 21 to 25 drove under the influence of alcohol or drugs during the past year, according to a report recently released by SAMHSA. These data also show that 16.6 percent of adult drivers age 21 or older (30.7 million persons) reported driving while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs during the past year."

Do I Have a Problem with Alcohol or Drugs

Do I Have a Problem with Alcohol or Drugs: "SAMHSA's Center for Substance Abuse Treatment recently released Faces of Change: Do I Have a Problem with Alcohol or Drugs? The booklet, which looks at five people from different backgrounds who have a problem with alcohol or illegal drugs, is designed especially for people who may not realize that they have a problem"

Industries with the most new jobs, 2004-14

Industries with the most new jobs, 2004-14: "The detailed industry with the largest projected wage and salary employment growth from 2004 to 2014 is employment services. This industry is expected to have about 1.6 million new jobs. "

Gobierno federal anuncia publicaci�n de nuevo folleto para ayudar a toma de decisiones con respecto a intervenciones quir�rgicas

Gobierno federal anuncia publicacion de nuevo folleto para ayudar a toma de decisiones con respecto a intervenciones quir�rgicas: "La Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (Agencia para la Investigacin y Calidad de los Cuidados de la Salud [AHRQ por sus siglas en ingles], parte del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos (HHS) dio a conocer la publicacion de un nuevo folleto, titulado 'Va a tener una cirugia? Lo que usted necesita saber' (Having Surgery? What You Need to Know) para ayudar a que los pacientes tomen decisiones informadas al planificar una intervencion quirurgica."

James Gilbert to Discuss Masculinity in the 1950s on Jan. 19

James Gilbert to Discuss Masculinity in the 1950s on Jan. 19: "James Gilbert will discuss his book "Men in the Middle: Searching for Masculinity in the 1950s" at noon on Thursday, Jan. 19, in Room 119 of the Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C"

OSHA Cites Clearwater, Fla., Contractors for Asbestos Hazards

OSHA Cites Clearwater, Fla., Contractors for Asbestos Hazards: "TAMPA, Fla. -- The U.S. Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued 27 citations, with total proposed penalties of $38,750, to three Clearwater-based contractors for allegedly exposing workers to asbestos at an Indian Shores demolition site."

OSHA Cites Savannah Contractor Following Fatality Investigation

OSHA Cites Savannah Contractor Following Fatality Investigation: "SAVANNAH, Ga. -- The U.S. Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Nathan Jenkins Construction for allegedly exposing workers to fall hazards at a Savannah, Ga., home building site. The agency is proposing penalties totaling $38,900."

Preventing the Transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Health-Care Settings, 2005

Preventing the Transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in Health-Care Settings, 2005: "This report updates TB control ecommendations reflecting shifts in the epidemiology of TB, advances in scientific understanding, and changes in health-care practice that have occurred in the United States during the preceding decade"

Notice about Avian Influenza A (H5N1) in Asia and Travel during the Lunar New Year

Notice about Avian Influenza A (H5N1) in Asia and Travel during the Lunar New Year: "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a specific Outbreak Notice for travel during the Lunar New Year to countries reporting human infection with avian influenza A (H5N1) viruses. Because of increased travel to and from countries reporting human infection with H5N1 during the Lunar New Year, and increased preparation and consumption of poultry for the holiday, this notice provides information to travelers about where H5N1 outbreaks are occurring, health measures to take before travel, and what to do if illness occurs during or after travel"

Contractors Board Offers Tips to Prevent Disasters When Winterizing Your Home

Contractors Board Offers Tips to Prevent Disasters When Winterizing Your Home: "SACRAMENTO -- Many Californians make home repairs to keep the chill out of winter. Many also risk hiring the wrong person to do the work, and can find themselves left out in the cold. Homeowners can be taken advantage of by unscrupulous operators who are out to make a quick buck."

9 Percent of Adolescents Experienced a Major Depressive Episode in the Past Year, Survey Finds

9 Percent of Adolescents Experienced a Major Depressive Episode in the Past Year, Survey Finds: "About 2.2 million adolescents ages 12 to 17 (9 percent) experienced at least one major depressive episode in the past year. These adolescents were more than twice as likely to have used illicit drugs in the past month than their peers who had not experienced a major depressive episode (21.2 percent compared with 9.6 percent). "

ITC Issues Investigation on Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Automotive Parts

ITC Issues Investigation on Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Automotive Parts: "The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has voted to institute an investigation of certain automotive parts. The products at issue in this investigation are various automotive parts designed to be used for the Ford F-150 pickup truck. "

ITC Issues Investigation On Personal Computer/Consumer Electronic Convergent Devices

ITC Issues Investigation On Personal Computer/Consumer Electronic Convergent Devices: "The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has voted to institute an investigation of certain personal computer/consumer electronic convergent devices, components thereof, and products containing same. The products at issue in this investigation are devices that combine personal computers and consumer electronics, such as notebook computers"

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE LINKS ALASKA TO NATIONAL SEX OFFENDER PUBLIC REGISTRY WEB SITE

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE LINKS ALASKA TO NATIONAL SEX OFFENDER PUBLIC REGISTRY WEB SITE: "WASHINGTON - The Department of Justice today announced the addition of Alaska, Connecticut, Vermont and Indiana to the National Sex Offender Public Registry (NSOPR) Web site, which provides real-time access to public sex offender data nationwide with a single Internet search. The Department of Justice-sponsored Web site allows parents and concerned citizens to search existing public state and territory sex offender registries beyond their own states. "

$10,000 REWARD ANNOUNCED IN PIPE BOMB INCIDENT

$10,000 REWARD ANNOUNCED IN PIPE BOMB INCIDENT: "MADISON, Wis. - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced today the reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the Dec. 24 parking garage pipe bombing incident. "

Fatality at Aransas, Texas, Worksite Results in OSHA Citations and Fines

Fatality at Aransas, Texas, Worksite Results in OSHA Citations and Fines: "ARANSAS PASS, Texas -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Degussa Engineered Carbons LP of Aransas Pass, Texas, in connection with a fatal accident in June. OSHA has proposed penalties totaling $64,125 for alleged willful and serious violations of workplace safety standards."

TWO MEN FACE CHARGES AFTER ICE AGENTS UNCOVER HUMAN SMUGGLING ?DROP HOUSE? IN RIVERSIDE

TWO MEN FACE CHARGES AFTER ICE AGENTS UNCOVER HUMAN SMUGGLING "DROP HOUSE" IN RIVERSIDE: "Two Guatemalan men, who served as "enforcers" in an Inland Empire human smuggling "drop house" where aliens were reportedly held against their will for weeks and fed only once a day, are expected to make their initial appearance in federal court here this afternoon to face human smuggling and hostage taking charges. "

AHRQ Announces New Brochure To Help People Make Decisions about Surgery

AHRQ Announces New Brochure To Help People Make Decisions about Surgery: "The brochure suggests questions to help patients obtain needed information, including how and where their operation will be performed, what kind of anesthesia will be used, if non-surgical medical treatment and watchful waiting are options, possible risks of not having the surgery, potential risks and expected benefits if they have the surgery, and how long recovery is expected to take"

American Citizen Travel Warning: Saudi Arabia

American Citizen Travel Warning: Saudi Arabia: "Due to concerns about the possibility of additional terrorist activity directed against American citizens and interests, the Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens to defer non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia. The United States Mission in Saudi Arabia remains an unaccompanied post as a result of continued security concerns"

ATF REMINDER: CELEBRATORY GUNFIRE CAN BE LETHAL

ATF REMINDER: CELEBRATORY GUNFIRE CAN BE LETHAL: "Celebratory gunfire is not only unsafe - it is against the law. Discharging a firearm into the air is a crime and can lead to felony charges under California state law.
People who choose this method to "celebrate" may not be aware of the serious potential for harm when bullets return to the ground. Bullets shot into the air can climb two miles. The bullets can then fall at a rate of 300 to 700 feet per second. "

California Electrician Certification and Electrician Apprenticeship Update

California Electrician Certification and Electrician Apprenticeship Update: "The California Apprenticeship Council (CAC) affirmed the Jan. 1, 2006 deadline for certification for general electrician, residential electrician and fire life safety technician. The deadline applies to both tests, English and Spanish. Anyone who is eligible to apply and required to be certified needs to submit a certification application postmarked by Dec. 30, 2005 with a check for $175 payable to the order of DIR-Electrician Certification Fund: "

Attorney General's Crime Victims' Conference Aprill 2006

Attorney General's Crime Victims' Conference Aprill 2006: "At this all-day conference in Sacramento, featured speakers will include Erin Runnion, who has turned the tragedy of the kidnapping, molestation and murder of her daughter, Samantha, into a campaign to protect children from similar heinous acts in California and across the country. Sacramento Sheriff's Deputy Vince Recci also will offer a chilling ?live? demonstration of how easily youngsters can fall prey to child predators in on-line chat rooms."

Make 2006 The Year To Quit Smoking

Make 2006 The Year To Quit Smoking: "Make 2006 the year you or someone close to you quits smoking."

New Year's Deals: Read the Fine Print When Considering Trial Offers

New Year's Deals: Read the Fine Print When Considering Trial Offers: "Sometimes people let a trial offer lapse without canceling the product or service because they did not provide their billing information to the seller. However, if the consumer bought other goods or services from the company in the past, the company may already have their account information at the time the free trial is offered. Consumers may be surprised with a charge once the trial offer ends and then have to take extra steps to resolve the problem."

Update: Human Infection with Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus in Asia

Update: Human Infection with Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus in Asia: "Avian influenza A (H5N1) viruses usually affect wild birds but now are infecting and causing serious and widespread disease among poultry, such as chickens, in Asia and Europe. Human infections with H5N1 viruses are rare, but have occurred during 2003-2005 in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, and China, with many cases resulting in death."

Warden Message To all American Citizens in Ethiopia

Warden Message To all American Citizens in Ethiopia: "The U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia is issuing this Warden Message to alert U.S. citizens to security concerns prompted by recent events in Ethiopia. On Monday, December 26, local news sources reported there were unplanned civil disturbances near Ayer Tena, Addis Ketema, Kolfe, and Medhani-Alem high schools. "

Drug Enforcement Administration Highlights Year?s Accomplishments

Drug Enforcement Administration Highlights Year's Accomplishments: "The range of DEA's accomplishments - from stripping drug criminals of their exorbitant profits, to shutting down illegal internet pharmacies, to completing a huge nationwide methamphetamine sweep resulting in more than 400 arrests - indicates that while the current drug situation certainly remains difficult and complex, the DEA has developed equally complex and highly effective strategies to combat even the most sophisticated traffickers"

Get Satellite Images, Aerial Photographs, and Cartographic Products at no cost through The U.S. Geological Survey

Get Satellite Images, Aerial Photographs, and Cartographic Products at no cost through The U.S. Geological Survey: "The US Geological Survey (USGS) now offers, at no cost, selected Landsat 4, 5 and 7 satellite data. Orthorectified Landsat data are available for free download from the Global Visualization Viewer (GloVis)"

Bronx Metal Fabricator Faces Additional $115,050 in OSHA Fines

Bronx Metal Fabricator Faces Additional $115,050 in OSHA Fines: "BRONX, N.Y. -- Bronx-based A & L Sheet Metal Fabrications Corp. has been cited by the U.S. Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for four instances of failing to correct hazards cited during a 2004 OSHA inspection, as well as five new alleged repeat and serious violations of workplace health standards. The manufacturer of steel and aluminum products faces a total of $115,050 in new fines."

SAMHSA Conference Grants

SAMHSA Conference Grants: "The purpose of the Conference Grant program is to disseminate knowledge about practices within the mental health services and substance abuse prevention and treatment fields and to integrate that knowledge into real-world practice as effectively and efficiently as possible. "

REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2006 IDENTITY THEFT SUMMIT!

REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2006 IDENTITY THEFT SUMMIT!: "The Schwarzenegger Administration presents the second identity theft summit, Teaming Up Against Identity Theft: A Summit on Solutions, on Thursday, February 23, 2006, at the Los Angeles Convention Center, as California helps lead the fight against our nation?s fastest-growing financial crime. "

NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE UNVEILS NEW PRECIPITATION WEB PAGE

NOAA NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE UNVEILS NEW PRECIPITATION WEB PAGE: "Dec. 27, 2005 - High-quality precipitation analyses used for flood forecasts, drought monitoring and climate trends are being made available on the NOAA National Weather Service Web site. "

Dec. 30 Deadline Nears To Request Public Assistance

Dec. 30 Deadline Nears To Request Public Assistance: "JACKSON, Miss. - State and federal disaster recovery officials remind public agencies and certain non-profits that intend to apply for FEMA Public Assistance grants to rebuild infrastructure damaged or destroyed by the Hurricane Katrina that Request for Public Assistance (RPA) forms must be submitted by December 30, 2005."

Having a Sibling with Heart Disease Significantly Raises Personal Heart Disease Risk

Having a Sibling with Heart Disease Significantly Raises Personal Heart Disease Risk: "Having a sibling with a history of cardiovascular disease carries the same or greater risk as having a parent with a history of the disease, according to a new report from the long-standing Framingham Heart Study conducted by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)."

50,000 New Orleans' Homes Still Eligible For Blue Roofs

50,000 New Orleans' Homes Still Eligible For Blue Roofs: "BATON ROUGE, La. -- Thousands of New Orleans' residents could still qualify for the federally- funded Blue Roof Program, if they apply before January 7, 2006. "

Consolidated Federal Spending Report for Fiscal Year 2004 (State and County Areas)

Consolidated Federal Spending Report for Fiscal Year 2004 (State and County Areas): " Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid account for more than $1 trillion of the $2.2 trillion the federal government spent in 2004, according to the only consolidated source of data on the geographic distribution of federal expenditures."

Anniversary of the Indian Ocean Tsunami

Anniversary of the Indian Ocean Tsunami: "December 26 marks the one year anniversary of the tragic earthquake and tsunami that killed more than 200,000 people in eight countries and took the homes and livelihoods of hundreds of thousands more"

Medical Management of Adults with Hypertension.

Medical Management of Adults with Hypertension.

Protecting " the Hood "Against Tobacco

Protecting " the Hood "Against Tobacco: "Among all racial/ethnic groups, African Americans have the greatest risk of becoming ill or dying from tobacco-related diseases. Because of this disproportionate disease burden, it is particularly urgent that researchers focusing on tobacco control partner with African American communities."

TeleQuit Smoking Cessation Program

TeleQuit Smoking Cessation Program

Keep Your Fingers Alert During Holiday Online Shopping

Keep Your Fingers Alert During Holiday Online Shopping: "?Retail analysts expect more than half of consumer purchases to be made online this season,? noted Charlene Zettel, Department of Consumer Affairs Director. ?As consumer confidence in the Internet increases, so do the chances for fraud and identity theft.?"

Natural Fruit Enzyme May Lessen Peanuts' Allergenic Punch

Natural Fruit Enzyme May Lessen Peanuts' Allergenic Punch: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Well, an enzyme naturally found in apples may at least hold the key to a less problematic peanut--which is great news for the more than one million Americans living with peanut allergies."

FDA Issues Recall of Tropical Fruit Ackee Because of Possible Health Risks

FDA Issues Recall of Tropical Fruit Ackee Because of Possible Health Risks: "FDA is announcing the recall of some shipments of ackee - a tropical fruit imported from Jamaica?because the fruit has levels of a naturally occurring toxin called hypoglycin that are of health concern"