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Last Updated: Aug 17, 2010 - 7:46:54 PM


DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
Hazardous Chemicals: OSHA Seeks Your Input on Identifying the Top Chemicals of Concern
Workers exposed to chemicals suffer injuries and illnesses that can damage virtually all body parts and systems, including the lungs, skin, liver, kidneys, eyes, and mucous membranes.
Aug 17, 2010 - 7:36:31 PM

Travel Warnings
U.S.Travel Warning for the Russian Federation
The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risk of travel to the Russian Federation due to the ongoing wildfires.   The Department of State has authorized the departure of dependents and non-critical mission personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Moscow.
Aug 17, 2010 - 7:12:24 PM

Announcements
Bogus Medical Discount Cards: FTC Crack Down on Bogus "Medical Discount Plans
With so many Americans struggling to deal with the costs of health care, these medical discount benefit plans sound appealing because they masquerade as health insurance,” said David Vladeck, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “But they are not insurance.
Aug 12, 2010 - 4:30:41 AM

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CDC : Pregnant Women & Influenza (Flu)
Getting a flu shot is the first and most important step in protecting against flu. The flu shot given during pregnancy has been shown to protect both the mother and her baby (up to 6 months old) from flu. (The nasal spray vaccine should not be given to women who are pregnant.) Learn more about the......
Aug 12, 2010 - 3:57:45 AM

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Bogus Domain Name Renewal Fees Scam Halted by FTC
The Federal Trade Commission has permanently halted the operations of Canadian con artists who allegedly posed as domain name registrars and convinced thousands of U.S. consumers, small businesses and non-profit organizations to pay bogus bills by leading them to believe they would lose their Web site addresses unless they paid. Settlement and default judgment orders signed by the court will bar the deceptive practices in the future.
Aug 10, 2010 - 7:57:36 PM

Announcements
Free Entrance Days in Your National Parks: Mark Your Calendars
America's Best Idea – the national parks – gets even better this year with several fee-free days at more than 100 national parks that usually charge entrance fees*.
Aug 10, 2010 - 7:42:45 PM

Announcements
Unemployment Benefits: Michigan restores federal unemployment benefit payments to those who had been cutoff
Michigan's Unemployment Insurance Agency has restored federal unemployment benefits to some 69,500 jobless workers in the state who had their benefits cutoff in July when the federal extension programs expired.

Aug 5, 2010 - 2:38:17 PM

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U.S. Postal Service Ends Third Quarter with $3.5 Billion Loss
The U.S. Postal Service ended the third quarter of fiscal year 2010 (April 1 – June 30) with a net loss of $3.5 billion, compared with a net loss of $2.4 billion for the same quarter last year. Third-quarter mail volume totaled 40.9 billion pieces – down approximately 700 million pieces, or 1.7 percent, compared to a year ago.
Aug 5, 2010 - 2:29:54 PM

Women's Health
What's New: Pregnancy and Medicines Government Topic Page

There is no clear-cut answer to this question. Before you start or stop any medicine, it is always best to speak with the doctor who is caring for you while you are pregnant. Read on to learn about deciding to use medicine while pregnant.


Aug 5, 2010 - 2:17:06 PM

Announcements
FBI Releases Bank Crime Statistics for First Quarter of 2010
During the first quarter of 2010, there were 1,183 reported violations of the Federal Bank Robbery and Incidental Crimes Statue, a decrease from the 1,521 reported violations in the same quarter of 2009.
Aug 4, 2010 - 1:05:49 PM

Announcements
FCC Launches Consumer Help Center
Starting today, consumers have a new, easy-to-use, Consumer Help Center that puts them within one click of all the information they want from the Federal Communications Commission.
Jul 27, 2010 - 12:36:49 PM

Announcements
Sex Offenders in San Diego: Results of Operation Watchdog to Keep Tabs on Hundreds of Registered Sex Offenders
Because of sex offenders' propensity to reoffend, keeping tabs on them is crucial to protecting the public," Brown said. "As in many things, the price of safety is constant vigilance, and my office is committed to providing that....
Jul 16, 2010 - 8:07:12 AM

Health News | Health Resources
Suicide Attempts Constitute a Significant Portion of Drug-Related Hospital Emergency Department Visits
Nearly 1 in 10 drug-related hospital emergency department visits made by adolescents involved suicide attempts - with females making more than 72 percent of these attempts.
Jul 16, 2010 - 8:01:13 AM

Announcements
Pregnancy Discrimination Lawsuit: Terminix Agrees to Pay $80,000 to Settle EEOC Pregnancy Discrimination Lawsuit
Exterminator Forced Pregnant Technician to Take Medical Leave, Then Fired Her, Federal Agency Charged
Jul 9, 2010 - 8:34:34 AM

Announcements
2010 Updates on Employment Law Seminar
This program will examine State and Federal legislation and case law on Wage and hour Claims/Overtime, Exempt v. Non-Exempt Status, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower Claims, Terminations, Discrimination, Leave of Absence, Workers' Compensation issues, and much more!
Jul 8, 2010 - 3:05:40 PM

Announcements
Freedom of Young Media Journal Contest

Young journalists (30 years of age and younger) are invited to upload their articles, video, audio, photo, and PDF files to Youthmedia.eu and AYCN.net [The Asian Media Information and Communication Centre (AMIC) Young Communicators Network], two social networks for young media makers from Asia and Europe.


Jul 8, 2010 - 10:45:51 AM

Announcements
CDPH WARNS: DON’T EAT SPICY MANGO CANDY FROM INDIA
Recent CDPH analysis of this candy determined that it contained as much as 0.29 parts per million (ppm) of lead. California considers candies with lead levels in excess of 0.10 ppm to be contaminated.
Jul 8, 2010 - 9:51:48 AM

IRS Tax Tips
Government Jobs: IRS Highlights Job Opportunities for New Grads on YouTube
The Internal Revenue Service announced the availability of a new job search tool on YouTube dedicated to helping job seekers learn about employment opportunities at the IRS
Jul 8, 2010 - 9:48:24 AM

Insurance Related Press Releases
Aetna Withdraws Rate Hike Filing After California Finds Major Math Errors

First, we found major problems with the Anthem Blue Cross rate filing," said Commissioner Poizner. "Now, additional scrutiny has revealed that Aetna's filing has significant mathematical errors. 


Jun 25, 2010 - 12:34:28 PM

Insurance Related Press Releases
I.I.I. Issues Video On Protecting Homes From Lightning Strikes
Homeowners investing anywhere from $1,500 to $4,500 can significantly diminish the chances that their dwelling or its occupants will be harmed because of a lightning strike, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)
Jun 25, 2010 - 12:23:26 PM

IRS Tax Tips
Att: Oil Spill Victims: IRS Provides Tax Help, Guidance to Gulf Oil Spill Victims on July 17
The Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance to individuals and businesses affected by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and announced a number of new efforts to help affected taxpayers, including a special Gulf Coast Assistance Day on July 17.
Jun 25, 2010 - 11:16:04 AM

Announcements
Deepwater Horizon BP oil spill: Feds Introduce Online Mapping Tool
NOAA launched a website to answer those questions with clarity and transparency -- a one-stop shop for detailed near-real-time information about the response to the Deepwater Horizon BP oil spill.
Jun 23, 2010 - 10:22:16 AM

Announcements
U.S. Postal Service: New Mailing Rules for Tobacco Products Set for Summer
The Postal Service will no longer be allowed to accept or transport packages containing cigarettes or smokeless tobacco products. The general mailability ban will extend to cigarettes, roll-your-own tobacco and smokeless tobacco. The prohibition does not include cigars.
Jun 22, 2010 - 1:29:31 PM

Announcements
Men's Health:10 TIPS FOR MEN’S HEALTH WEEK
Regular doctor check-ups, plenty of exercise, healthy eating and disease screening can add years and quality to a man’s life. That’s why, during this National Men's Health Week leading up to Father’s Day, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is sharing top health tips to keep men healthy.
Jun 17, 2010 - 9:39:42 PM

Census Bureau Announcements
The Fourth of July 2010: Let Us Celebrate

76 million is the Number of Americans who said they have taken part in a barbecue during the previous year. It's probably safe to assume a lot of these events took place on Independence Day.


May 27, 2010 - 11:00:55 AM

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