"The Federal Trade Commission’s online Complaint Assistant is now easier to use for consumers who want to file a complaint through their mobile device.
When consumers visit the Complaint Assistant from their mobile
device, they’ll be presented with a format that is simpler to navigate
on a smaller screen and without a keyboard. The changes will happen
automatically, without any action required by the consumer..."
FTC - Consumer complaint
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Try Walking to Ease Joint Pai
"Despite the known benefits of physical activity to help manage
arthritis, adults with arthritis are less active than adults without
arthritis.1 Walking has been shown to improve arthritis pain, fatigue, function, and quality of life,2 but over 50% of people with arthritis do not walk at all (walk an average of 0 minutes per week).3
Walking is low impact on your joints, can be done almost anywhere and
doesn't require special equipment or a gym membership. Celebrate
Arthritis Awareness Month by starting a walking program today..."
Athritis Awareness
Athritis Awareness
U.S. Population Will Get Older but Remain Younger than Most Developed Countries
From Random Sampling, the U.S. Census Bureau's blog[5/6/2014]:
"Between 2012 and 2050, the share of the world’s population age 65 and over is projected to double from 8 percent in 2012 to 16.7 percent in 2050 (see figure). Although the United States is also projected to age over this period, it will remain one of the youngest developed countries, with 20.9 percent of its population 65 and over in 2050.
In contrast, Japan is projected to continue to be the oldest country of those with a population greater than 50,000, with 40.1 percent age 65 and over in 2050. Other developed countries, including Germany, Italy, Spain and Poland, are expected to have nearly one-third of their populations age 65 and over.."
Aged, Aging.
"Between 2012 and 2050, the share of the world’s population age 65 and over is projected to double from 8 percent in 2012 to 16.7 percent in 2050 (see figure). Although the United States is also projected to age over this period, it will remain one of the youngest developed countries, with 20.9 percent of its population 65 and over in 2050.
In contrast, Japan is projected to continue to be the oldest country of those with a population greater than 50,000, with 40.1 percent age 65 and over in 2050. Other developed countries, including Germany, Italy, Spain and Poland, are expected to have nearly one-third of their populations age 65 and over.."
Aged, Aging.
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
ALS-Lou Gehrig’s Disease-Learn More
"Many people know amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as Lou Gehrig's
disease, named after the famous baseball player who retired in 1939
because of it. But far too little is known about what causes this
disease.
The National ALS Registry is a ground-breaking step in the fight against ALS. The Registry collects and analyzes data about people with ALS. It gathers data about who has the disease and where it occurs. Researchers can use Registry data to detect disease pattern changes over time and identify whether there are common risk factors among ALS patients who are listed in the Registry. Patients and their families can turn to the Registry for updated links for resources such as ALS clinical trials..."
ALS
The National ALS Registry is a ground-breaking step in the fight against ALS. The Registry collects and analyzes data about people with ALS. It gathers data about who has the disease and where it occurs. Researchers can use Registry data to detect disease pattern changes over time and identify whether there are common risk factors among ALS patients who are listed in the Registry. Patients and their families can turn to the Registry for updated links for resources such as ALS clinical trials..."
ALS
National High Blood Pressure Education Month
"Reducing high blood pressure can lower your risk for stroke and heart attack.
Less is better in some things, including in blood pressure. About 1 of 3 US adults—67 million people—have high blood pressure.1 High blood pressure makes your heart work too hard and increases your risk of heart disease and stroke..."
High Blood Pressure
Less is better in some things, including in blood pressure. About 1 of 3 US adults—67 million people—have high blood pressure.1 High blood pressure makes your heart work too hard and increases your risk of heart disease and stroke..."
High Blood Pressure
It's Spring – Time to Prevent Lyme Disease
"Before gardening, camping, hiking, or just playing outdoors, make tick bite prevention part of your outdoor plans.
Over 25,000 cases of Lyme disease among Americans will be reported this year. The risk is greatest among those living in or visiting New England, the mid-Atlantic states, and the upper Midwest. A recent national survey found that nearly 20 percent of people in areas where Lyme disease is common were unaware of the danger. Fortunately, there are several tactics you and your family can use to prevent tick bites and reduce your risk of tickborne disease..."
Lyme Disease
Over 25,000 cases of Lyme disease among Americans will be reported this year. The risk is greatest among those living in or visiting New England, the mid-Atlantic states, and the upper Midwest. A recent national survey found that nearly 20 percent of people in areas where Lyme disease is common were unaware of the danger. Fortunately, there are several tactics you and your family can use to prevent tick bites and reduce your risk of tickborne disease..."
Lyme Disease
Potentially Preventable Deaths from the Five Leading Causes of Death, United States, 2008-2010
"Each year, nearly 900,000 Americans die prematurely from the five
leading causes of death – yet 20 percent to 40 percent of the deaths
from each cause could be prevented, according to a study from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The five leading causes of death in the United States are heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases, stroke, and unintentional injuries. Together they accounted for 63 percent of all U.S. deaths in 2010, with rates for each cause varying greatly from state to state.."
. Preventable deaths
The five leading causes of death in the United States are heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases, stroke, and unintentional injuries. Together they accounted for 63 percent of all U.S. deaths in 2010, with rates for each cause varying greatly from state to state.."
. Preventable deaths
An Aging Nation: the Older Population in the United States
"This report examines how the age structure of the U.S. population is expected to change over the coming decades and focuses on the older population in terms of age, sex, race, and Hispanic origin. The size and structure of the older population is important to public and private interests, both socially and economically..."
Monday, May 5, 2014
Clarity for lake researchers' water quality questions
"Scientists engaged in a study of long-term water quality trends in Midwestern lakes found some good news: little change in water clarity in more than 3,000 lakes.
Look deeper, and the research becomes something more: a chronicle of a new source of data for scientists, data from residents of towns and villages surrounding the lakes..."
2014 National Alzheimer’s Disease Plan
"HHS today[4-29-14] released the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease: 2014 Update, reflecting the nation’s progress toward accomplishing goals set in 2012 and current action steps to achieving them. The 2011 National Alzheimer’s Project Act calls for all Plans to be updated annually; the 2014 Plan follows the initial Plan released in May 2012 and an updated Plan released in June 2013.
The 2014 Plan was developed with input from experts in aging and Alzheimer’s disease from federal, state, private and non-profit organizations, as well as caregivers and people with the disease. The 2014 Plan includes the following five goals: finding ways to prevent and effectively treat Alzheimer’s disease by 2025; enhancing care for Alzheimer’s patients; expanding support for people with dementia and their families; improving public awareness; and carefully tracking data to support these efforts..."
Alzheimer Disease
The 2014 Plan was developed with input from experts in aging and Alzheimer’s disease from federal, state, private and non-profit organizations, as well as caregivers and people with the disease. The 2014 Plan includes the following five goals: finding ways to prevent and effectively treat Alzheimer’s disease by 2025; enhancing care for Alzheimer’s patients; expanding support for people with dementia and their families; improving public awareness; and carefully tracking data to support these efforts..."
Alzheimer Disease
Fuel economy sticker for used cars
''For the past five years, used car sales have been booming. Last year alone, more than 40 million used light-duty vehicles were sold in the U.S. -- that's more than twice as many as new car and light truck sales -- and this year they’re expected to grow further. But until recently, consumers buying these cars had little insight into the vehicle’s gas mileage. Now one of FuelEconomy.gov’s newest tools -- the Used Car Fuel Economy Label -- makes it easier for consumers to compare used cars, select the most fuel-efficient model and save money at the pump.."
Fuel economy and used cars
Fuel economy and used cars
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
"On May 2, 2014, the first confirmed case of MERS-CoV was reported in a
traveler to the United States. This is the only confirmed case in the
United States. CDC is working very quickly to investigate this first
U.S. case of MERS and respond to minimize the spread of this virus. We
expect to learn much more in the coming hours and days. We will share
updated information through the CDC MERS website.
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) was first reported in 2012 in Saudi Arabia. It is different from any other coronavirus previously found in people. We don’t know where the virus came from or exactly how it spreads. However, it likely came from an animal source. All reported cases to date have been linked to the Arabian Peninsula..."
MERS
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) was first reported in 2012 in Saudi Arabia. It is different from any other coronavirus previously found in people. We don’t know where the virus came from or exactly how it spreads. However, it likely came from an animal source. All reported cases to date have been linked to the Arabian Peninsula..."
MERS
May 5: Hand Hygiene Day
"Hand hygiene is a simple thing and it's the best way to prevent infection and illness.
Clean hands prevent infections. Keeping hands clean prevents illness at home, at school, and at work. Hand hygiene practices are key prevention measures in healthcare settings, in daycare facilities, in schools and public institutions, and for the safety of our food.
In healthcare settings, hand hygiene can prevent potentially fatal infections from spreading from patient to patient and from patient to healthcare worker and vice-versa..."
Hand Hygiene
Clean hands prevent infections. Keeping hands clean prevents illness at home, at school, and at work. Hand hygiene practices are key prevention measures in healthcare settings, in daycare facilities, in schools and public institutions, and for the safety of our food.
In healthcare settings, hand hygiene can prevent potentially fatal infections from spreading from patient to patient and from patient to healthcare worker and vice-versa..."
Hand Hygiene
Food Safety Data: 2013
"The nation’s food safety grades are out and the results are mixed. Today’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
includes CDC’s annual food safety report card, which shows that
foodborne infections continue to be an important public health problem
in the United States (US). The Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance
Network, or FoodNet, tracks nine infections transmitted commonly through
food. For 2013, FoodNet identified just over 19,000 infections, 4,200
hospitalizations, and 80 deaths among 48 million residents of 10
states, or about 15% of the total US population..."
Food safety
Food safety
Saturday, May 3, 2014
EPA's Coordinated Approach on Asthma
"EPA promotes scientific understanding of environmental asthma triggers
and ways to manage asthma in community settings through research,
education and outreach. With federal, state and local partners, we are
building the nation's capacity to control asthma and manage exposure to
indoor and outdoor pollutants linked to asthma. Our purpose is to build
knowledge and awareness to improve the quality of life for millions of
Americans with asthma..."
EPA and asthma
EPA and asthma
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