October 2012
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Oct 5th
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Avoid Getting the Flu This Year
Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from the flu. It’s recommended for most individuals, ages six months and older. Here are some other ways to avoid getting the flu and passing it to others: Wash your hands often with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Avoid close contact with sick people. Practice good health habits (get adequate...
Oct 5th
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What Drugs Are Safe for Breastfeeding Mothers? →
Oct 5th
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Oct 4th
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Mammograms Help With Breast Cancer Early Detection
October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In honor of the month, the FDA’s Office of Women’s Health developed the Pink Ribbon Sunday program to help educate women across the nation about breast cancer prevention and awareness. Pink Ribbon Sunday aims to reduce breast cancer health disparities in communities by empowering leaders of local groups and organizations to develop...
Oct 4th
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Is Homeownership Right for You? →
If you’re considering buying a home, check out this FREE publication: Shopping for Your Home Loan: HUD’s Settlement Cost Booklet. This booklet outlines the various aspects of the home buying process, but starts by asking some key questions to help you determine if you’re ready to buy a home. You’ll also find a worksheet for calculating how much you can afford.
Oct 4th
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Oct 3rd
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Keep Stress Under Control
Ongoing stress can increase your risk of many health problems, including heart disease, obesity, depression, and diabetes. Everyone experiences stress from time to time, but if you feel constant stress and experience physical symptoms (such as headaches, back or neck pain, difficulty sleeping), it’s probably time to take action. There are things you can do to reduce or cope with stress....
Oct 3rd
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Learn More About Studying in the States
Study in the States is a new website that walks you through the steps you need to take in order to study in the U.S., such as getting accepted to school, paying your I-901 SEVIS fee, and applying for a visa. It has information for current and prospective students and exchange visitors. Learn more about studying in the U.S. now.
Oct 3rd
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Oct 2nd
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List of renters rights. Apartment never updated in 14 years; is this legal? No painting etc! Help thanks Asked by an anonymous Tumblr user. Tenant rights vary from state to state. Learn more about the rights of renters in your state and how to file a complaint against your landlord. If you need help, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development handles complaints about housing...
Oct 2nd
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 -...
Hispanic Heritage Month pays tribute to generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation. Find historical background, photos, events, and more that celebrate Hispanic Americans. For additional resources—including Census data about Hispanics in the United States—visit USA.gov.
Oct 2nd
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Visit Your Local Farmers Market This Fall →
The fall can be a wonderful time to visit your local farmers market. Find one near you.
Oct 2nd
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Oct 1st
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American Express Will Refund Consumers Harmed by... →
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau orders American Express to pay $85 million to consumers because of illegal practices. American Express will contact you if you’re owed money.
Oct 1st
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Get Free In-Person One-on-One Financial Planning...
During the month of October, professional financial planners will provide free advice at special one-off Financial Planning Day events in several cities across the country. Bring whatever financial questions you might have, and invite your friends and family to attend. This all-volunteer group of planners is partnering with city governments to offer no-strings-attached financial advice without...
Oct 1st
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5 Things You Should Know about the Elections
Voting is a right and a civic responsibility. And like millions of U.S. citizens, you will have the chance to exercise your right to vote during the Presidential Election of 2012. Your vote on November 6, 2012 will help elect the next President of the United States, as well as other representatives at local, state and federal levels, including mayors, governors, congressional representatives and...
Oct 1st
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September 2012
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Multiple Views of the Solar Flare on July 12, 2012 Video description This video from NASA shows a recent solar flare in a variety of wavelengths. There is a combined wavelength view at the end. Learn about the solar flare and view photos of it. Video from the Solar Dynamic Observatory’s (SDO) AIA instrument.
Sep 28th
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Seven Prevention Resources for You and Your Family
Under the health care law, many insurers are required to cover certain preventive services at no cost to you, including vaccines, mammograms, cancer screenings, and more. Use the resources below to learn more about prevention and spread the word. Visit the Prevention & Wellness page on HealthCare.gov. Learn about free preventive care for you and your family. See a list of covered services...
Sep 28th
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BLM and what they are doing to our wild horses. Asked by an anonymous Tumblr user. The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) protects, manages, and controls wild horses and burros under the authority of the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971. The Act declares wild horses and burros to be “living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of...
Sep 28th
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Tomorrow is National Prescription Drug Take-Back... →
Learn how and where you can safely dispose of medications at a drop off site near you.
Sep 28th
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Sep 27th
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When's the Best Time To Retire?
Choosing when to retire is an important decision, but it’s also a personal choice and one you should carefully consider. When’s the best time? There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Social Security offers a list of factors to consider in When To Start Receiving Retirement Benefits. You’ll learn: How your monthly benefit amount can differ based on the age at which you start receiving benefits; ...
Sep 27th
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Free Admission to Museums Across the Country This... →
This Saturday is Museum Day. Over 1,450 museums across the country are offering free admission. View the list of participating museums and get your free tickets.
Sep 27th
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Sep 26th
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Saturday is National Public Lands Day, Admission...
Saturday, September 29 is National Public Lands Day. This is the nation’s largest, single-day volunteer event for public lands. Find a volunteer site if you want to help improve our public lands by planting trees and native plants, collecting trash, improving trails, and more. In honor of National Public Lands Day, all national parks offer free admission. Plan your visit to a national park...
Sep 26th
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Today is Johnny Appleseed's Birthday →
Learn more about his life and how he earned his nickname.
Sep 26th
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Sep 25th
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Find Free Legislative Information on the New...
The Library of Congress recently unveiled Congress.gov. It’s a new website that will eventually replace THOMAS.gov as the government’s site for accessing free, fact-based legislative information. The Congress.gov site includes bill status and summary, bill text, House and Senate member profiles, and a number of new features, including effective display on mobile devices. Learn more...
Sep 25th
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This is the Last Week to Order Your Free Wiser... →
The free packet of publication includes information on how to: Get blood pressure and cholesterol levels under control Recognize the symptoms of diabetes Avoid health scams by learning their tell-tale signs, and more. Order your free kit today.
Sep 25th
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Sep 24th
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What You Should Know Before Buying Life Insurance
Three in 10 American households are uninsured and half say they need more life insurance, according to the LIFE Foundation, a nonprofit organization that works to educate people about the importance insurance in protecting their financial futures. Many people realize that life insurance is an important way to provide for their families, but buying life insurance can seem daunting. How do you know...
Sep 24th
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Cancer Prevention Starts in Childhood →
Here are some tips to reduce your children’s risk of cancer later in life.
Sep 24th
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Sep 21st
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Explore the Redesigned Kids.gov!
Kids.gov is the U.S. government’s website for children (grades K-8). Kids, parents, and teachers can use the site to get help with homework, access lesson plans, watch videos, play games, and more. If you’ve visited Kids.gov previously, you’ll notice that the website has been completely redesigned. The vibrant new site provides areas for three specific audiences: kids (grades...
Sep 21st
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Have you ever dreamed of becoming a king or queen? →
If you are a U.S. citizen, don’t expect that dream to come true—the United States does not confer titles of nobility. It’s written into the Constitution. The National Archives has the details.
Sep 21st
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Sep 20th
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Have You Taken Steps to Prepare for an Emergency?
September is National Preparedness Month. Have you taken steps to prepare for an emergency? According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), three elements of good preparation are: Being Informed — Learn about the potential emergencies that can happen where you live and know the appropriate ways to respond to them. Making a Plan — Your family may not be together when...
Sep 20th
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Realistic Steps to Take Control of Your Debt →
There’s no such thing as a quick way out of debt, but there are realistic steps you can take to get debt under control.
Sep 20th
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Sep 19th
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2014 Diversity Visa Lottery Registration is from...
Online registration for the 2014 Diversity Visa Lottery will begin on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 12:00 noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4), and end on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 12:00 noon, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) (GMT-4). This congressionally mandated program makes available up to 55,000 diversity visas every year. Winners are randomly drawn from the people who enter and meet...
Sep 19th
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Do You Know Your Cholesterol Levels?
Approximately 1 in 7 American adults and 1 in 10 American children have high cholesterol. Do you know your cholesterol levels? September is National Cholesterol Education Month—a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and learn more about the importance of keeping your cholesterol at healthy levels. Risk Factors for High Cholesterol The Difference Between “Bad” and...
Sep 19th
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Sep 18th
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Outbreaks of Human Salmonella Infections Linked to...
Since 1975, it has been illegal in the United States to sell or distribute small turtles with shells that measure less than 4 inches in length. However, small turtles continue to cause human Salmonella infections, especially among young children. Recently, more than 160 illnesses from 30 states have been linked to exposure to turtles or water from their containers. Sixty four percent of victims...
Sep 18th
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It's Pollution Prevention Week! →
Learn how to prevent pollution at home, work and at school.
Sep 18th
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Sep 17th
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Get Your Car Seats Inspected During Child...
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 12 years old. Deaths and injuries can be prevented by the proper use of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts. Child Passenger Safety Week, from September 16 to 22, is a good opportunity to make sure that your family and the families you know are properly using vehicle restraints. Visit www.safercar.gov/therightseat...
Sep 17th
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How to Protect Your Kids from Cyber Bullying
Cyber bullying can happen any time of the day. Teenagers use cell phones and computers to harass others by sending malicious text messages, uploading embarrassing photos or videos on websites, or taking over someone’s social media profile or creating a new one. Although it takes place in cyberspace, there are several things you can do at home to protect your children from being harassed online....
Sep 17th
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What To Do If You’re A Victim of Identity Theft Video description The immediate steps a victim should take to limit the damage caused by an identity thief. Video transcript NARRATOR: What to do if you are a victim of identity theft? If your identity’s been stolen, the FTC is the right place to learn how to set things straight. Here are 3 steps to take. First, call one of the nationwide...
Sep 14th
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Are You Prepared? Learn How to Protect Your...
If you had only a few moments to evacuate your home and could not return for several days or even weeks, would you have access to cash, banking services and the personal identification you need to conduct your day-to-day financial life? The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) offers these tips to make sure you’re financially prepared if disaster strikes: Periodically review your...
Sep 14th
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