Office Of Minority Health and Bishop T.D. Jakes' Ministry form Partnership

Office Of Minority Health and Bishop T.D. Jakes' Ministry form Partnership: "A new partnership with Bishop T.D. Jakes' Ministry The Potter's House, to eliminate health disparities that affect racial and ethnic minority communities across the country was announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of Minority Health."

DHS Highlights Best Practices For Maintaining Legal Workforces

DHS Highlights Best Practices For Maintaining Legal Workforces: "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced a new initiative and best business practices to help employers ensure they are building legal workforce through voluntary partnerships with the government. "

Do You Know the Hazard in Your Backyard?

Do You Know the Hazard in Your Backyard?: "To help educate the public about the threat of natural hazards, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has launched a new Web site and seven easy-to-understand fact sheets on earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, landslides, tsunamis, volcanoes and wildfires. "

National Weather Service Declares Disneyland Resort Stormready

National Weather Service Declares Disneyland Resort Stormready: "July 26, 2006 - Officials from the NOAA National Weather Service have declared Disneyland Resort in California as a StormReady community. Along with the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, the Disneyland Resort joins more than 1,070 StormReady communities throughout the United States and is one of 18 such communities in California."

Incarceration Among Factors That Increase Likelihood of Developing Hepatitis C

Incarceration Among Factors That Increase Likelihood of Developing Hepatitis C: "A recently published NIDA-supported study suggests that previous incarceration is one of a number of factors associated with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection among homeless men."

Antibiotics for the Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: Recruiting Subjects for Study

Antibiotics for the Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: Recruiting Subjects for Study: "Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an acute and chronic inflammatory bowel disease, whose cause is unknown. However, it is widely accepted that bacteria living in the large bowel are essential for the development of the disease. Intuitively, therefore, a logical approach to treatment would be to use antibiotics. "

Online Education: Great Distance Learning Resources from Students.gov

Online Education: Great Distance Learning Resources from Students.gov: "Distance learning opportunities are great for students who aren't able to attend school full-time because of family obligations, time constraints, or financial difficulties. Taking advantage of online education opportunities enables students to balance the demands of their busy lives and work independently without sacrificing their career goals"

HOUSE PASSES BILL TO MODERNIZE FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION

HOUSE PASSES BILL TO MODERNIZE FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION: "Legislation Will Increase Access to FHA for Potential Homebuyers "

FEMA Launches Debris Contractor Registry To Assist Communities

FEMA Launches Debris Contractor Registry To Assist Communities: "The registry is a web-based database that allows debris removal contractors across the nation to post information about their capabilities and availability. FEMA developed this registry to assist state and local governments to plan for, and manage debris removal operations either before or after disasters occur. "

Microdermabrasion for Acne - Recruiting Subjects for Study

Microdermabrasion for Acne - Recruiting Subjects for Study: "The purpose of this research project is to study the effect of micordermabrasion to try to improve the appearance of facial acne. The microdermabrasion machine is a hand-held device that directs pressurized aluminum oxide crystals at its target accompanied by a suction device. "

Microdermabrasion for Acne - Recruiting Subjects for Study

Microdermabrasion for Acne - Recruiting Subjects for Study: "The purpose of this research project is to study the effect of micordermabrasion to try to improve the appearance of facial acne. The microdermabrasion machine is a hand-held device that directs pressurized aluminum oxide crystals at its target accompanied by a suction device. "

Recruiting:Study Evaluating Lecozotan SR in Mild to Moderate Alzheimer's Disease (AD)

Recruiting:Study Evaluating Lecozotan SR in Mild to Moderate Alzheimer's Disease (AD): "The purpose of this study is determine the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of 3 doses of lecozotan SR in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease over 12 weeks"

CDC Update:Questions and Answers on the Flu Vaccine

CDC Update:Questions and Answers on the Flu Vaccine: "There are two types of vaccines that protect against the flu. The 'flu shot' is an inactivated vaccine (containing killed virus) that is given with a needle, usually in the arm. A different kind of vaccine, called the nasal-spray flu vaccine (sometimes referred to as LAIV for Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine), was approved in 2003. "

NIDA Announces Recommendations To Treat Drug Abusers, Save Money, and Reduce Crime

NIDA Announces Recommendations To Treat Drug Abusers, Save Money, and Reduce Crime: "The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health, just released a landmark scientific report showing that effective treatment of drug abuse and addiction can save communities money and reduce crime. "

Watch Your Wheels:California Tops Nation in Motorcycle Thefts

Watch Your Wheels:California Tops Nation in Motorcycle Thefts: "The National Insurance Crime Bureau today announced the top ten states for motorcycle thefts in 2005. They are, with theft totals in parentheses, as follows: "

How to Protect Your Kids With ID Kits - The FBI Reports

How to Protect Your Kids With ID Kits - The FBI Reports: "A child disappears in a crowd at the fair. A toddler wanders out an open door. A teen doesn't return from the mall. Every year, hundreds of thousands of kids in the U.S. are reported missing. "

Is a Wildfire Headed Your Way? Stay Informed Online, in Realtime

Is a Wildfire Headed Your Way? Stay Informed Online, in Realtime: "The USGS and other partnering agencies have produced an Internet-based mapping application that gives wildfire personnel and the general public access to online maps of current fire locations and perimeters using standard Web browsers"

Cal/OSHA investigates second possible heat illness fatality

Cal/OSHA investigates second possible heat illness fatality: "Labor and Workforce Development Agency Secretary Victoria Bradshaw announced today that Cal/OSHA is investigating the second possible heat illness related fatality of 2006. Benadino Gomez, a 49 year old employee of Valley Pool and Plastering in Fresno, died Thursday night at a worksite in Kerman, after laboring in temperatures that reached 109 degrees"

Telemedicine Treatment for Veterans With Gulf War Illness

Telemedicine Treatment for Veterans With Gulf War Illness: "Numerous studies have shown that poorly defined medical conditions are commonly reported in the aftermath of military conflict. Recent epidemiologic studies suggest that war-related syndromes are exceptionally common in deployed personnel and may affect 45% to 60% of returning soldiers. "

Transvaginal Tension Free Vaginal Tape-Obturator to control Stress Urinary Incontinence

Transvaginal Tension Free Vaginal Tape-Obturator to control Stress Urinary Incontinence: "Urinary incontinence (involuntary leakage of urine) is an extremely common, distressing and socially disabling condition. It is known to affect up to 14 % of the adult female population in the United Kingdom. "

President Declares Emergency For Missouri

President Declares Emergency For Missouri: "The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that President Bush declared an emergency exists in the State of Missouri and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area struck by severe storms "

Drug Addiction Treatment Methods

Drug Addiction Treatment Methods: "Drug addiction is a treatable brain disease. Through treatment that is tailored to individual needs, patients can learn to control their condition and live normal, productive lives. Like people with diabetes or heart disease, people in treatment for drug addiction learn behavioral changes and often take medications as part of their treatment regimen."

Obesity Surgery Complication Rates Higher Over Time

Obesity Surgery Complication Rates Higher Over Time: "Four of every 10 obesity surgery patients develop a complication, such as a hernia, within 6 months of leaving the hospital, according to a new study by HHS' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). The study is the most extensive to date on post-surgical complications from obesity operations based on insurance claims data."

Effectiveness of a Low Carbohydrate Diet Versus a High Carbohydrate Diet in Promoting Weight Loss and Improved Health

Effectiveness of a Low Carbohydrate Diet Versus a High Carbohydrate Diet in Promoting Weight Loss and Improved Health: "This study will examine the effects of a low carbohydrate diet versus a high carbohydrate diet on weight loss."

Accelerator Pedal Recall on Certain Toyota and Lexus Vehicles

Accelerator Pedal Recall on Certain Toyota and Lexus Vehicles: " On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal, causing interference with the accelerator pedal rod."

19,000 Hair Dryers Recalled for Electrocution Hazard

19,000 Hair Dryers Recalled for Electrocution Hazard: "These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers."

Government Securities and Investments for Sale

Government Securities and Investments for Sale - Buy guaranteed securities, loan assets, savings bonds and more for the U.S. Government.

Lebanon Situation Update for U.S. Citizens in Lebanon

Lebanon Situation Update for U.S. Citizens in Lebanon: "The U.S. Government is using all resources possible to facilitate the speedy and safe departure of American citizens currently in Lebanon using every means available. The departure of every single American citizen who wishes to leave Lebanon is the first priority for the U.S. Government. "

Consumer Advisory: Follow-up Notification on Firestone Tire Recall

Consumer Advisory: Follow-up Notification on Firestone Tire Recall: "The affected tires - commonly used as standard equipment on certain Ford Explorers, Mercury Mountaineers and Mazda Navajos - include the P235/75R15 Radial ATX and certain P235/75R15 and P255/70R 16 Wilderness AT models manufactured prior to May 1998. Tires manufactured after that date are not affected."

Westly Offers Cash to Aid Homeowners and Renters

Westly Offers Cash to Aid Homeowners and Renters: "State Controller and Franchise Tax Board Chair Steve Westly today announced that senior and disabled Californians may apply for the Homeowner and Renter Assistance Program starting July 1. The program provides cash payments to aid homeowners and renters."

What to do if your Personal Information has been Lost or Stolen

What to do if your Personal Information has been Lost or Stolen: "If you've lost personal information or identification, or if it has been stolen from you, taking certain steps quickly can minimize the potential for identity theft."

Prostate Cancer Screening and Dietary Heterocyclic Amines in African American Men

Prostate Cancer Screening and Dietary Heterocyclic Amines in African American Men: "Screening may help doctors find prostate cancer sooner, when it may be easier to treat. The amount of heterocyclic amines in the diet may affect prostate cancer screening results and the risk of prostate cancer. "

Effects of Vitamin B12 on the Body's Internal Clock

Effects of Vitamin B12 on the Body's Internal Clock: "pressure, and body temperature. Circadian rhythms provide the body with an internal clock and affect sleep patterns. The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of vitamin B12 supplements on circadian rhythms and sleep-wake regulation. "

Pain Management Techniques for Fibromyalgia

Pain Management Techniques for Fibromyalgia: "This study will train patients with fibromyalgia to use pain management techniques. Investigators will use brain scanning (functional magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI) technology to identify changes in how a patient's brain processes pain over time."

Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder

Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder: "This is a multicenter (2 sites) randomized trial evaluating three group treatment models for subjects with binge eating disorder. One model is a cognitive behavior treatment (CBT) group, one is partial self help, and one is self help only. "

Do You Have Moderately Active Ulcerative Colitis?

Do You Have Moderately Active Ulcerative Colitis?: "Ulcerative Colitis occurs when the tissue that lines the intestine becomes red and swollen. Patients with Moderate Ulcerative Colitis usually suffer from diarrhea, rectal bleeding, weight loss and fever. A common treatment for this condition is a drug called Mesalamine (trade names Asacol, Colazal, and Pentasa) administered by mouth"

Retirement Decisions�More than Just Money

Retirement Decisions-More than Just Money: "401(k) plans! IRA�s! Pensions! Financial planning is what most people think about when considering retirement. But, have you considered what your life will be like now that you won�t be spending nearly 2,000 hours per year at work?"

Just Three Days Left To Apply For Disaster Assistance In Maine

Just Three Days Left To Apply For Disaster Assistance In Maine: "York County Maine residents who suffered damages from the May flooding and have not registered for assistance have just three days left to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The final day to register with FEMA and return the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application is July 24, 2006."

Just Three Days Left To Apply For Disaster Assistance In Maine

Just Three Days Left To Apply For Disaster Assistance In Maine: "York County Maine residents who suffered damages from the May flooding and have not registered for assistance have just three days left to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The final day to register with FEMA and return the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application is July 24, 2006."

Lead in Soft Vinyl Lunchboxes - FDA Letter

Lead in Soft Vinyl Lunchboxes - FDA Letter: "The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is directing this letter to manufacturers and suppliers of soft vinyl lunchboxes marketed in the United States. Based on testing performed by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), we have learned that the interior polyvinyl chloride (PVC) linings of certain flexible lunchboxes contain lead (Pb)"

Fraud Alert: Electronic Federal Tax Payment System Cited in New E-mail Scam

Fraud Alert: Electronic Federal Tax Payment System Cited in New E-mail Scam: "The Internal Revenue Service is warning taxpayers to be on the lookout for a new e-mail scam that uses the Treasury Department's Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) as a hook to lure individuals into disclosing their personal information."

CAlifornia Seeks $1 Billion Cut in Excessive Title Insurance Costs; More Money Would Stay in the Pockets of Homebuyers and Those Who Refinance

CAlifornia Seeks $1 Billion Cut in Excessive Title Insurance Costs; More Money Would Stay in the Pockets of Homebuyers and Those Who Refinance: "Consumers, on average, would save 23% on the cost of title insurance, equating to savings of up to $2,370 on a $600,000 home."

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman featured on 'Comic Book Super Heroes' Stamps

Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman featured on 'Comic Book Super Heroes' Stamps: "Superman joined Batman, Wonder Woman and seven other comic book legends in extending their immortality to postage today when the U.S. Postal Service dedicated the DC Comics Super Heroes commemorative stamps and stamped postal cards."

FinCEN Assesses $25,000 in Civil Money Penalty Against Kentucky MSB

FinCEN Assesses $25,000 in Civil Money Penalty Against Kentucky MSB: "The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced today that Deprez�s Quality Jewelry and Loans, Inc. consented to the assessment of a civil money penalty in the amount of $25,000 for violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). Deprez Jewelry is a money services business (MSB) located in Louisville, Kentucky"

Purchasers of Honda Hybrids Still Qualify for Tax Credit

Purchasers of Honda Hybrids Still Qualify for Tax Credit: "The Internal Revenue Service announced that purchasers of American Honda Motor Company, Inc., qualified vehicles may continue to claim the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit. The announcement comes after the IRS concluded its quarterly review of the number of hybrid vehicles sold."

Understanding Wireless Telephone Coverage Areas

Understanding Wireless Telephone Coverage Areas: "Because wireless phones communicate using radio waves, their reliability is influenced by many factors, such as the proximity of the phone to the base station with which it is communicating, physical obstacles, and interference or noise."

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. "

U.S. Government Brings Anti-counterfeiting and Piracy Program to Tennessee

U.S. Government Brings Anti-counterfeiting and Piracy Program to Tennessee: "The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office warned members of Tennessee's small business community that they are at risk of overseas intellectual property theft -- even if they do not export. Deputy Under Secretary Pinkos urged America's small businesses to consider protective action."

HHS Awards $2.5 Million to Expand Health Center Services for Low-Income and Uninsured Individuals

HHS Awards $2.5 Million to Expand Health Center Services for Low-Income and Uninsured Individuals: "HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt announced grants worth more than $2.5 million to help seven health centers in five states increase access to health care for low-income and uninsured Americans."

Response to Sipping Beverages Without Swallowing in People With Eating Disorders

Response to Sipping Beverages Without Swallowing in People With Eating Disorders: "This study will use a sipping and spitting exercise to better understand the brain's response to food intake in people with eating disorders. "

Oracle Products Contain Multiple Vulnerabilities

Oracle Products Contain Multiple Vulnerabilities: "Oracle has released Critical Patch Update - July 2006. This update addresses numerous vulnerabilities in different Oracle products and components. "

2006 Federal Career Fair

2006 Federal Career Fair: "If you are an intern or student who would like to work for the Federal Government, here's your chance to explore the world of Federal agencies. "

FAct Sheet: Prescription Pain and Other Medications

Fact Sheet: Prescription Pain and Other Medications: "Prescription medications such as pain relievers, tranquilizers, stimulants, and sedatives are very useful treatment tools, but sometimes people do not take them as directed and may become addicted."

TX Katrina Web Site Fraud

TX Katrina Web Site Fraud: "Two Houston residents charged with operating fraudulent web site to accept donations for hurricane Katrina relief. "

Oracle Products Contain Multiple Vulnerabilities

Oracle Products Contain Multiple Vulnerabilities: "Oracle has released Critical Patch Update - July 2006. This update addresses numerous vulnerabilities in different Oracle products and components. The Critical Patch Update provides information about affected components, access and authorization required, and the impact of the vulnerabilities on data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. "

HUD REACHES RESPA SETTLEMENTS WITH MAJOR LENDER AND BUILDERS FOR $1.6 MILLION

HUD REACHES RESPA SETTLEMENTS WITH MAJOR LENDER AND BUILDERS FOR $1.6 MILLION: "The Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced $1.6 million in settlements under The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) with a national mortgage lender and two major homebuilders that engaged in business practices involving captive title reinsurance."

Department of Labor Sues Gardena Home Cleaning Business for Backwages Exceeding $1.8 Million for 386 Workers

Department of Labor Sues Gardena Home Cleaning Business for Backwages Exceeding $1.8 Million for 386 Workers: "The U.S. Department of Labor has filed a lawsuit against Gardena, Calif.-based Southern California Maid Services and Carpet Cleaning (SCMS) for minimum wage, overtime pay and recordkeeping violations of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The suit seeks more than $1.8 million in unpaid backwages for approximately 386 employees."

Evacuees Should Use FEMA Rental Assistance to Pay Rent

Evacuees Should Use FEMA Rental Assistance to Pay Rent: "Use your rental assistance for rent. That's the standard message from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as reports surface that many Hurricane Katrina and Rita evacuees are not using their rental money from FEMA as required."

UPDATE �THEFT OF DATA FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

UPDATE - THEFT OF DATA FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS -Veterans Affairs is NOT calling or e-mailing potential identity theft victims of the stolen VA laptop asking them to verify personal information. Any such request is a scam.

NIDA to Release New Drug Abuse Treatment Recommendations

NIDA to Release New Drug Abuse Treatment Recommendations: "On July 24, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health, will release a landmark report offering 13 principles of drug treatment that can reduce crime, save money, and save lives.

U.S. AIDS Relief Grant Announcement for the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

U.S. AIDS Relief Grant Announcement for the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia: "$500,000 will be available in FY2006 to fund seven awards to build progressively an indigenous, sustainable response to the national HIV epidemic within the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia."

'BASEBALL SLUGGERS' STAMPS, POSTAL CARDS, HIT GRAND SLAM AT YANKEE STADIUM

'BASEBALL SLUGGERS' STAMPS, POSTAL CARDS, HIT GRAND SLAM AT YANKEE STADIUM: "Four big bats: Mickey Mantle, Roy Campanella, Hank Greenberg and Mel Ott were immortalized on postage at Yankee Stadium's home plate today as the Postmaster General, joined by the Hall of Famers' family members, dedicated the 'Baseball Sluggers' commemorative stamps and stamped postal cards."

New Auto Insurance Regulations That Make How Safely You Drive More Important Than Where You Live

New Auto Insurance Regulations That Make How Safely You Drive More Important Than Where You Live: "The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) has approved my regulations requiring insurers to place more weight on how safely you drive than on where you live when setting rates. This was the hope of voters who passed the landmark Proposition 103 in 1988 to end Zip code discrimination. I commend the OAL and Governor Schwarzenegger for moving the approval process along expeditiously"

IRS to Stop Collecting Long-Distance Telephone Tax - Telephone Tax Refund Set for 2007

IRS to Stop Collecting Long-Distance Telephone Tax - Telephone Tax Refund Set for 2007: "The Internal Revenue Service today announced that it will stop collecting the federal excise tax on long-distance telephone service. The tax on telephone services was first imposed in 1898. The current rate is 3% of the charges billed for these services. "

SEC Announces Emergency Action to Halt $15 Million Fraud Against Senior Citizens

SEC Announces Emergency Action to Halt $15 Million Fraud Against Senior Citizens: "The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that it filed an emergency enforcement action to halt a fraudulent real estate investment scheme that bilked senior citizens and retirees out of millions of dollars since 1996. "

2006 NAMM SUMMER SESSION TRADE SHOW OPENS IN AUSTIN

2006 NAMM SUMMER SESSION TRADE SHOW OPENS IN AUSTIN: "NAMM, the International Music Products Association, opened its 2006 Summer Session trade show today, which runs through Sunday, July 16, at the Austin Convention Center. Approximately 20,000 music products industry professionals from 60 countries are expected to attend Summer Session to view the latest musical instruments and products from more than 500 exhibiting companies."

July 14 Veteran Data Security Issue Update

July 14 Veteran Data Security Issue Update: "The FBI has since informed VA that it has completed its forensic examination of the recovered laptop and hard drive. "

Treatment With Mistletoe Extract in Patients With Breast Cancer

Treatment With Mistletoe Extract in Patients With Breast Cancer: "The purpose of this feasibility study is to identify appropriate surrogate parameters for a randomized study to examine the efficacy of a complementary therapy with an extract of viscum album (Iscador P) in patients with breast cancer "

Green Tea Extract for Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia

Green Tea Extract for Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: "The goal of this trial is to determine the safety and effectiveness of a decaffeinated green tea extract in capsule form on chronic lymphocytic leukemia. This trial is for patients with early stage chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) who do not require active chemotherapy treatment. "

Broccoli Sprout Extract in Preventing Lung Cancer in Smokers

Broccoli Sprout Extract in Preventing Lung Cancer in Smokers: "Chemoprevention is the use of certain drugs or substances to keep cancer from forming, growing, or coming back. The use of broccoli sprout extract may prevent lung cancer. This clinical trial is studying how well broccoli sprout extract works in preventing lung cancer in smokers"

HUD Secretary Lauds Indianapolis Housing Agency For Combating Fraud Of Federal Housing Programs

HUD Secretary Lauds Indianapolis Housing Agency For Combating Fraud Of Federal Housing Programs: "Criminal charges filed today against 51 ineligible participants in Section 8 Voucher Program"

TREASURY CALLS 14 PERCENT BONDS OF 2006-11

TREASURY CALLS 14 PERCENT BONDS OF 2006-11: "The Treasury today announced the call for redemption at par on November 15, 2006, of the 14% Treasury Bonds of 2006-11, originally issued November 16, 1981, due November 15, 2011 (CUSIP No. 912810CY2). There are $4,048 million of these bonds outstanding, of which $3,073 million are held by private investors. Securities not redeemed on November 15, 2006 will stop earning interest."

Horse Owners Alerted to State�s First West Nile Virus Case of 2006

Horse Owners Alerted to State's First West Nile Virus Case of 2006: "SACRAMENTO California's horse owners are being urged to make sure their animals are vaccinated following the confirmation of this year's first equine case of West Nile virus. The three-year-old quarter horse stallion from Tulare County died on July 4, and had not been vaccinated. "

FCC Approves Adelphia/Time Warner/Comcast License Transfer

FCC Approves Adelphia/Time Warner/Comcast License Transfer: "The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today approved the sale of substantially all of the cable systems and assets of Adelphia Communications Corporation to Time Warner Inc. and Comcast Corporation"

Employer Cash Incentives for Hybrids Are Taxable

Employer Cash Incentives for Hybrids Are Taxable: "To encourage their employees to purchase environmentally friendly hybrid cars, several companies reportedly are offering rebates or cash incentives to their employees in select areas to offset the purchase price of these vehicles. Just like other forms of compensation, these cash incentives are taxable compensation."

FinCEN Halts BSA Direct Retrieval and Sharing Project

FinCEN Halts BSA Direct Retrieval and Sharing Project: "The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) today announced it will permanently halt the current BSA Direct Retrieval and Sharing Component (BSA Direct R&S) project. "

Installing Consumer-Owned Antennas and Satellite Dishes

Installing Consumer-Owned Antennas and Satellite Dishes: "Under the OTARD rules, an owner or a tenant has the right to install an antenna (that meets size limitations) on property that he owns or over which he has exclusive use or control. This includes single family homes, condominiums, cooperatives, townhomes, and manufactured homes. In the case of condominiums, cooperatives, and rental properties, the rules apply to "exclusive use" areas, like terraces, balconies, or patios."

HALEYVILLE DEFENDANTS AGREE TO PAY $3.14 MILLION TO RESOLVE MEDICARE FRAUD CASE

HALEYVILLE DEFENDANTS AGREE TO PAY $3.14 MILLION TO RESOLVE MEDICARE FRAUD CASE: "Haleyville Medical Supplies, Inc., City Pharmacy of Haleyville, Inc., Care Medical of Jasper, Inc., Care Pharmacy, Inc., and Winfield Medical Supply, Inc.) have agreed to pay the United States $3.14 million to settle civil healthcare fraud claims."

National Taxpayer Advocate Releases Report to Congress; Identifies Priority Issues for Upcoming Year

National Taxpayer Advocate Releases Report to Congress; Identifies Priority Issues for Upcoming Year: "National Taxpayer Advocate Nina E. Olson today delivered a report to Congress that identifies the priority issues the Office of the Taxpayer Advocate will address in the coming fiscal year. "

BUREAU OF THE PUBLIC DEBT AIDS SAVINGS BONDS OWNERS AFFECTED BY RECENT FLOODING

The Bureau of the Public Debt took action to assist victims of recent severe storms and flooding in New York, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania by expediting the replacement or payment of United States Savings Bonds, including electronic bonds, for owners of affected counties in those states.
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Hearing Aid Compatibility for Telephone Equipment

The Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) requires that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ensure that all telephones manufactured or imported for use in the United States after August 1989, and all “essential” telephones, are hearing aid-compatible.
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Federal Trade Commission Urged to Investigate Beer and Liquor Sponsorship of NASCAR

When it conducts its upcoming review of the alcohol industry’s advertising and marketing practices and the industry’s self-regulation systems, the Federal Trade Commission should examine the burgeoning alcohol sponsorship relationships with Nascar, according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest.
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Avian Flu Information for Travelers

Avian Flu Information for Travelers - CDC's new Traveler's Avian Flu Information resource page that provides Avian Flu nformation for Travelers, Avian Flu Information for Airlines, Travel Health Notices and Flu Pandemic Preparedness.

GM�s 2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Certified for the New Energy Tax Credit

GM�s 2007 Saturn Vue Green Line Certified for the New Energy Tax Credit: "The Internal Revenue Service has acknowledged the certification by General Motors Corp. that its 2007 Saturn Vue Green Line vehicle qualifies for the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit created by the Energy Policy Act of 2005. This certification is under IRS Notice 2006-9. The tax credit for hybrid vehicles applies to new vehicles placed in service on or after Jan. 1, 2006. "

Short-Term Energy Outlook: Summer 2006

Short-Term Energy Outlook: Summer 2006: "Summer 2006 (April 1 to September 30) regular gasoline pump prices are now expected to average $2.88 per gallon, 12 cents per gallon higher than last month's projection and 51 cents higher than last year's average of $2.37 per gallon. "

Emergency Communication Networks Grant Announcement

Emergency Communication Networks Grant Announcement: "The purpose of this activity is to establish a communications network, including the purchase and operation of communications equipment, including satellite phones, for community health centers and those entities deemed by the state associations of community health centers to be critical in providing health care in the event of a future hurricane or other natural disaster in states affected by hurricane Katrina and other hurricanes of the 2005 season. "

OTS Announces Industry-wide Conference Call on Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: �BSA/AML � Getting it Right�

OTS Announces Industry-wide Conference Call on Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: "BSA/AML" Getting it Right": "The Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) announced today that it plans to host a 90-minute conference call on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance issues on July 31, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM EDT. "

Effectiveness of Atomoxetine in Treating Marijuana Dependent Individuals Diagnosed With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - 1

Effectiveness of Atomoxetine in Treating Marijuana Dependent Individuals Diagnosed With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - 1: "It is estimated that between 1% and 6% of the general adult population exhibit symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Adult ADHD is often associated with substance abuse, specifically marijuana. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of atomoxetine in treating adults dually diagnosed with ADHD and marijuana dependence"

Motivating Factors That Play a Role in Bulimia Nervosa

Motivating Factors That Play a Role in Bulimia Nervosa: "This study will compare the effects of binge eating to the reinforcing effects of frequently abused drugs by determining whether people with bulimia nervosa will exert effort to be able to binge eat. "

Inland Empire man arrested at Calexico border crossing for transporting child pornography

Inland Empire man arrested at Calexico border crossing for transporting child pornography: "An Inland Empire man is under investigation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after his arrest here last week when a search of his vehicle at a local port of entry turned up a videotape showing him engaging in explicit sexual conduct with a young boy who appeared to be heavily sedated. "

$31 MILLION AWARDED TO 19 SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO PROMOTE SAFE SCHOOLS, HEALTHY STUDENTS

$31 MILLION AWARDED TO 19 SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO PROMOTE SAFE SCHOOLS and HEALTHY STUDENTS: "More than $31 million in grants have been awarded to 19 school districts in 14 states as part of a joint effort by the U.S. departments of Education, Health and Human Services and Justice to support schools in creating safe learning environments that promote healthy childhood development and prevent youth violence and drug use."

Role of Soy Supplementation in Prostate Cancer Development

Role of Soy Supplementation in Prostate Cancer Development: "This is a randomized study evaluating the effectiveness and direct effect a commercial soy supplement has on prostate cancer and normal prostate tissue. "

U.S. Labor Department Sues Salem, New Hampshire, Employer to Restore Funds to Company Profit Sharing Plan

U.S. Labor Department Sues Salem, New Hampshire, Employer to Restore Funds to Company Profit Sharing Plan: "BOSTON - The U.S. Department of Labor has sued the owner and operator of Landry Architects of Salem, N.H., seeking restoration of funds to the company's profit sharing plan."

Consumer ALERT: How to Protect Your Personal Information and Your Rights

Consumer ALERT: How to Protect Your Personal Information and Your Rights: "More than 88 million data records of U.S. residents have been exposed due to security breaches since February 2005. Identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the country and the key to protecting yourself is constant awareness of your personal information and your rights."

REAL ESTATE INVESTOR PLEADS GUILTY TO $17.5 MILLION MORTGAGE FRAUD

REAL ESTATE INVESTOR PLEADS GUILTY TO $17.5 MILLION MORTGAGE FRAUD: "Not only were dozens of financial institutions directly victimized,' Schlozman said, 'but this type of fraud scheme ultimately impacts all consumers. When unscrupulous individuals lie on loan applications and misrepresent the condition of properties, they undermine the integrity of the real estate market and the local economy suffers as a result. We will prosecute criminals who steal with the stroke of a pen as aggressively as we prosecute those who carry a gun"

Tips for Safe Online Banking

Tips for Safe Online Banking: "When it comes to online banking, there is no way to absolutely guarantee your safety. However, good practices do exist that can reduce the risks posed to your online accounts. The following sections describe these practices. "

SEC to Conduct First-Ever Seniors Summit July 17 to Protect Older Americans From Investment Fraud

SEC to Conduct First-Ever Seniors Summit July 17 to Protect Older Americans From Investment Fraud: "Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Christopher Cox today announced the date and agenda for the SEC's first-ever Seniors Summit to examine how regulators and others can better coordinate efforts to protect older Americans from investment fraud and abusive sales practices. "

Webcast: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) July 11, 2006

Webcast: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) July 11, 2006: "Anyone with clients in bankruptcy, or considering filing bankruptcy, may want to check out the July 11 Webcast of Tax Talk Today. Panelists will discuss the impact of BAPCPA on tax administration and will focus primarily on individual bankruptcies (not business) for both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13"

Defibrillators Recall

Defibrillators Recall: "a Welch Allyn Company, today announced it is initiating a voluntary worldwide recall of 1,184 PIC50 External Monitor/Defibrillators manufactured in Buffalo Grove, IL between February 2002 and October of 2004. "

Update: Acne Management Clinical Guidelines

Update: Acne Management Clinical Guidelines: " Updated medical guidelines for a acne management."