November 2011
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Recognize the Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, or brain function loss, among older people. It usually begins after age 60, and risk increases as one gets older. Up to 5.1 million people may have Alzheimer’s, and as our population becomes older overall, the disease will become more prevalent.
Learn how to spot some of the signs of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Early signs of Alzheimer’s...
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Report Dangerous Products →
If you purchased a product that you think is dangerous or that caused an injury, report it at saferproducts.gov.
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Prevention Made Easy With myhealthfinder
From the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
When it comes to prevention, it can be difficult to understand what it means for each of us and the decisions we make about our health. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) developed myhealthfinder, a web-based tool, to make it easier, reliable, and ad-free.
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Text4Baby Helps Expectant Mothers Stay Healthy →
Text4Baby is a proven way to keep expectant mothers informed about staying healthy. The service sends free text message tips about pregnancy and taking care of a baby.
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Get the Facts on Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month, a time to remember the victims of this disease, support those it affects, and to pledge to fight it.
In the United States, diabetes affects nearly 26 million people—more than eight percent of the population—and many more are at risk. However, diabetes can be managed or prevented.
Diabetes is a disease in which your blood glucose, or sugar, levels are too...
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Thinking about a career in education? →
Learn what it’s really like to be a teacher and find tools you can use to launch your own career in education.
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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
November is National Native American Heritage Month.
As of the 2010 Census, there are 5.2 million American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States, making up 1.7% of our population. There are 565 federally-recognized tribes, the biggest of which are Cherokee, Navajo, and Choctaw.
Native Americans have a rich history full of many traditions. You can learn more about some of these...
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Happy Thanksgiving! →
Learn about the history behind Thanksgiving and find ways to give thanks.
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Cook Safely This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, and it’s important to remember safety precautions for you and your family while preparing a large meal. Use these tips to avoid food borne illness:
Use clean work surfaces, cook foods to the proper temperatures and keep raw meat away from other foods to prevent bacteria from getting into the food and causing illness. The U.S. Department of...
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Application Period for White House Internships Now... →
Learn about the roles and responsibilities of a White House intern and apply for the program.
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Anniversary of John F. Kennedy's Assassination
Today is the anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
The president was shot as he rode in a motorcade through Dallas, Texas. He served less than three years in office before he was killed.
At the time, much of the activity in the country was put on pause as Americans gathered around televisions to watch the nonstop coverage of the assassination and the funeral.
A few day...
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Get Real-Time Airport Security Line Updates,... →
If you’re flying this week, get the TSA mobile app for packing tips, airport news, and real-time security line updates.
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President James Garfield Coin Release
Today the fourth and last Presidential coin of 2011 will be released. Since 2007, the U.S. Mint has been releasing four $1 presidential coins a year, starting with George Washington. Andrew Johnson, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, and today, James Garfield were honored in 2011.
Garfield, a native of Ohio, and graduate of Williams College in Massachusetts, was elected to Congress in 1862...
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Find Road Closures and Traffic Information For... →
If long drives to visit family are part of your holiday season, check this map for road closures and traffic conditions.
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Anniversary of the Gettysburg Address
Tomorrow marks the 148th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. The Battle of Gettysburg was fought between July 1st and 3rd, 1863. It is known as one of the most famous battles in the American Civil War.
Lincoln’s prominent Gettysburg Address was given at the close of ceremonies dedicating the Soldier’s National Cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on November 19, 1863.
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Recall on Smucker’s® Chunky Natural Peanut Butter
From the Food and Drug Administration:
The J.M. Smucker Company today announced a limited voluntary recall on two specific Best-If-Used-By dates of 16 oz. Smucker’s® Natural Peanut Butter Chunky because it may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
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Test Your Farm Knowledge →
National Farm-City week begins today, connecting city people to the source of their food. Test your farm knowledge.
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Commit To Quit Smoking During the Great American...
Today is the Great American Smokeout, a nationwide event that encourages people all around the country to quit smoking. You can join the movement and make the commitment to quit smoking too with these tips:
Use the step-by-step quitting guide from Smokefree.gov to create your plan for quitting. You’ll find advice on setting a quit date, building support from your friends and family and dealing...
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Learn About COPD And If You're At Risk →
Do you know what COPD is? It’s the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S. Find out what it is and if you’re at risk.
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Now Hiring: Astronauts →
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has a need for Astronaut Candidates to support the International Space Station (ISS) Program and future deep space exploration activities.
Some requirements for the job:
Frequent travel may be required.
Astronaut candidates will be required to pass a swimming test during the first month of training.
Position subject to pre-employment...
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Social Security Now Has Applications in Spanish
Applying for Social Security benefits is now easier for people with limited English proficiency.
The Social Security Administration now offers applications in Spanish on its website, SSA.gov. The applications allow Spanish speakers to apply for some of the agency’s top benefits, including retirement and prescription drugs benefits.
“The goal is to satisfy the need of people who prefer to...
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Take Steps To Protect the Planet On America...
Every day people in America leave behind waste. Households create ordinary garbage while industrial and manufacturing processes create solid and hazardous waste. Today is America Recycles Day, which brings attention to the many ways you can help our environment. Simple recycling tasks at home include:
Reduce food waste by using up the food you already have in the house instead of buying more.
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Find Ways to Save Money on Your Energy Budget →
Fall is a good time to look at your home energy use. This calculator can help you find places to save.
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Smoking Increases Risk For Lung Cancer
From the CDC’s Division of Cancer Prevention and Control
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women. Smoking causes 80 to 90 percent of cases of lung cancer. Don’t smoke, and avoid secondhand smoke.
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Cigarette smoking causes lung cancer, and increases the risk for many other types of cancer. People who smoke are 10 to 20 times more likely to get or die from...
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How To Get Enough Vitamin D →
Vitamin D is essential to preventing osteoporosis, but deficiencies are common in U.S. adults. Learn how to get enough Vitamin D.
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Free Access To Public Recreation Areas This...
From November 11 to 13, you will be able to access several public recreation areas without paying entrance fees.
The National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service will waive entrance fees in recognition of Veterans Day weekend. Some fees, such as those for camping or concessions, will still apply.
Many of the recreational areas offer activities like hiking,...
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Protect Kids From Illegal Tobacco Sales →
Help protect kids from illegal tobacco sales and a lifetime of addiction. Spread the word and take the pledge.
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Tools and Services for Veterans
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, which gives us a chance to honor and remember those who have fought and served our country through their military service. Veterans can use these tools to get access to services and benefits they have earned.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has a new mobile website created for use on all mobile devices. Here, service members, veterans and their dependants can...
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Protect Yourself From Seasonal Flu →
In addition to getting vaccinated, there are other things you can do to protect yourself from the flu.
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Enter the Campus Champions of Change Challenge
If you’re a college student working on a project that benefits your campus and the surrouding community, you can enter the White House’s Campus Champions of Change Challenge.
The Champions of Change program highlights projects across the country that help improve local communities through innovation and education.
Judges will choose 15 of the best projects, and then the public will...
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Find Veterans Day Events Near You →
Veterans Day honors all those who served their country. Each year there is a national ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and several regional ceremonies throughout the country. Find a ceremony near you.
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First Nationwide Test of the Emergency Alert...
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System tomorrow, Wednesday, November 9 at 2:00 PM Eastern time. It will last 30 seconds.
You may hear a message on radio or television saying, “This is a test.” This national test will help determine the reliability of the system and its...
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Find Resources and Support For Alzheimer's Disease →
If someone close to you has Alzheimer’s Disease, these resources can provide support and information.
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