Changes in the Arctic

"The diminishment of Arctic sea ice has led to increased human activities in the Arctic, and has

heightened interest in, and concerns about, the region’s future. The United States, by virtue of

Alaska, is an Arctic country and has substantial interests in the region. On May 10, 2013, the

Obama Administration released a national strategy document for the Arctic region. On January

30, 2014, the Obama Administration released an implementation plan for this strategy..."Arctic

The Centenarian Population: 2007–2011

"Centenarians, people 100 years or older, made up a very small portion of the total population in the

2007–2011 ACS, accounting for 55,000 people (0.02 percent).  By comparison, the 65 years and over 

population accounted for 40 million people or 13 percent of the total population..."

Centenarian Population

Counterfeit Drugs

"The World Health Organization recently issued an alert [PDF - 652KB] about counterfeit antimalarial medications being sold in West and Central Africa. Travelers should be aware that drugs purchased in other countries may be counterfeit.

Counterfeit (or fake) medicines are manufactured using incorrect or harmful ingredients. These medicines are then packaged and labeled to look like real brand-name and generic drugs. Counterfeit medicines are unsafe because they may not be effective or may even harm you..."
Counterfeit Drugs

Minority Health and HPV

"The Impact of HPV
Human papillomavirus, also known as HPV, does not discriminate. Almost everyone who is sexually active will be infected with HPV sometime in his or her life. Most of the time, the infection goes away on its own, but sometimes HPV infections can lead to cancer. This happens among people in all communities, including in communities of color. Every year in the United States, about 17,500 women and 9,300 men are diagnosed with cancers probably caused by HPV..."
HPV and minorities

Free Tools to Track Your Child’s Development

"Do you know all the ways to measure your child's growth?
We often think of height and weight, but from birth to age 5, your child should reach specific milestones in how he or she plays, learns, speaks, acts, and moves. Not reaching a milestone in any of these areas could be a sign of a developmental problem, even autism. The good news is, the earlier it's recognized the more you can do to help your child reach his or her full potential.."
Track milestones

On a Budget? Learn Cheap Ways to Be Healthy

"Any time is a good time to save money, be healthy, and be informed. Making healthy choices may help prevent injury, disease, and disability. Stay healthy on the cheap by including smart choices that are low-cost or free. Many are simple too, such as the following..."
Health and budgets

World Factbook

"The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.."
World Factbook

Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors

"Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Some of these benefits may be utilized while on active duty. These benefits are codified in Title 38 of the United States Code. This booklet contains a summary of these benefits effective Jan. 1, 2013. For additional information, visit www.va.gov..."
veteran benefits

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB): A Legal Analysis

"This report provides an overview of the regulatory structure of consumer finance under existing

federal law before the Dodd-Frank Act went into effect and examines arguments for modifying

the regime in order to more effectively regulate consumer financial markets. It then analyzes how

the CFP Act changes that legal structure, with a focus on the Bureau’s organization; the entities

and activities that fall (and do not fall) under the Bureau’s supervisory, enforcement, and

rulemaking authorities; the Bureau’s general and specific rulemaking powers and procedures; and

the Bureau’s funding..."

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Paying for College

"Get help to make informed financial decisions about how to pay for college. Start by comparing financial aid offers or understanding student loan repayment options..."
College financial aid

SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES Syllabus M C CUTCHEON ET AL . v . FEDERAL ELECTION COMMISSION

Find text of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in McCutheon et al v Federal Election Commission regarding campaign finance reform.
Campaign Finance

Carrying of Firearms and the Use of Force by DoD Personnel Engaged in Security, Law and Order, or Counterintelligence Activities

Find text of directive (DoD Directive 5210.56, April 1, 2011) on the use of Firearms by U.S. Department of Defense personnel.
Carrying firearm by DoD Personnel

Minimum payment on credit cards

Credit cards

Autism Awareness Month-April

"Every day, the millions of Americans living with autism and their families face unique and daunting challenges that many of us will never fully appreciate. During National Autism Awareness Month, we renew our commitment to better understand autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and improve the lives of individuals living with it.
A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 68 children in the United States has been identified with ASD. This latest estimate makes it clear that autism affects the lives of millions of Americans – our friends, neighbors, colleagues and family members..."
Autism Awareness Month

Keeping Backyard Poultry

"An increasing number of people around the country are choosing to keep live poultry, such as chickens or ducks, as part of a greener, healthier lifestyle. While you enjoy the benefits of backyard chickens and other poultry, it is important to consider the risk of illness, especially for children, which can result from handling live poultry or anything in the area where they live and roam..."
Poultry disease