May 2013
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Find America's Most Wanted Criminals
Visit America’s Most Wanted Criminals to find government websites with photos and descriptions of fugitives. In some cases, rewards are offered. You’ll find links to Most Wanted sites from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF); Interpol, an international police organization that tracks criminals across borders; and many other...
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Resume Writing for a Government Job →
Writing a resume for a government job may be different than for other jobs. This video shows how to tailor a resume.
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Order Your FREE Friends and Family Health Kit
The Friends and Family Health Kit is a collection of 20 easy-to-read health publications with tips you can trust that you may have seen featured in a recent Dear Abby column.
Health topics include:
Asthma
Heart disease
Menopause
Sleep problems
Glucose meters
Tattoos and permanent makeup
And much more!
Order a FREE kit for yourself and for the people you care about....
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Composting At Home | Reduce, Reuse, Recycle →
You can make rich soil for your garden and save space in landfills by composting your food waste. Learn how.
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Learn the Benefits of Disability Income Insurance
By America’s Health Insurance Plans
In addition to helping cover lost wages, many disability insurers are also providing a different type of benefit that is making a positive impact in the lives of workers who have suffered a debilitating illness or injury. Through return-to-work programs, insurers are helping people with disabilities get back to work at jobs that sync with their skills,...
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Oklahoma Tornadoes - Disaster Assistance and How...
For Disaster Victims
The following resources are available to people who were impacted by the Oklahoma tornadoes:
Apply for disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
Find an open shelter if you need a place to stay.
Let friends and family know you’re safe by registering at the Safe and Well Registry.
Talk to a counselor by calling the Disaster...
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Apply for Disaster Assistance →
Disaster assistance is available to people impacted by the Oklahoma tornadoes. Apply online at disasterassistance.gov or call 800-621-3362.
Read this post in Spanish.
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Is Your U.S. Passport Up to Date?
If you plan to travel outside the United States, be sure to check your passport long before your trip. Routine processing times for passport services are 4-6 weeks (expedited services take approximately 2-3 weeks). Renew Your Passport - Check your passport’s expiration date. If your passport expires before you plan to return to the United States, then you’ll need to get a new passport...
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Search for Loved Ones, Let Friends and Family Know... →
After a disaster, you can let your friends and family know you’re safe with this tool from the Red Cross. You can also search for family or friends who may have been affected by the disaster.
Read this post in Spanish.
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After a Tornado →
If you have friends or family who may have been affected by today’s tornadoes, please share these tips on how to stay safe after a tornado from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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May Is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month. This annual observance celebrates generations of Asians and Pacific Islanders who have contributed to American culture. Visit the government’s Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month website to:
Find out how the observance originated in 1977.
View historic photos from the National Archives.
Learn about Asian-Pacific American veterans.
Get...
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National Click It Or Ticket Enforcement →
Buckling up is the most effective way to protect yourself in a crash. Wear your seatbelt. It could save your life.
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Find Ways to Support Military Members in Your...
May honors all members of the United States Military as part of Military Appreciation Month. The national observance is a special time to thank and honor our troops, veterans and their families for their dedication to protecting our country.
This year’s theme of the month-long observance is “The United States Armed Forces: The Strength of the Red, White and Blue.”
Find ways you can support...
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Prevent Asthma and Allergy Attacks in your Home →
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Learn how you can prevent these attacks in your home.
Read this post in Spanish.
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Your Key to a Healthy Pregnancy
Looking for information you can trust during pregnancy and your baby’s first year?
The Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Women’s Health and text4baby have teamed up to help moms-to-be find reliable health resources for their pregnancy.
Text4baby is the first free mobile information service designed to promote maternal and child health through text messaging. Women who text...
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Get Ready For the New Health Insurance...
Health Insurance Marketplaces are a key provision of the Affordable Care Act that can help you get health insurance regardless of income or health history. You can start exploring your options now, enroll in October, and start taking advantage of the benefits of your state Health Insurance Marketplace beginning in January 2014.
People looking for health insurance can shop and compare plans...
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Browse and Order Free Consumer Publications
Did you know the federal government publishes and distributes print and electronic publications for free on a wide-variety of consumer topics?
In fact, the Government Printing Office’s Pueblo Distribution Center hit a record in May by shipping its one billionth consumer publication since its opening in 1971.
Curious to see what kinds of publications the government produces? You can browse,...
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Could I Have Lupus? : What is Lupus? →
Lupus can be very difficult to diagnose so it’s important to know the symptoms. Learn what to look for.
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The State of Older Americans and Savings
By Katie Bryan, America Saves Communications Manager
The numbers are shocking.
In 2012, the average credit card debt among adults aged 65+ was $9,283 (Demos).
One-third of senior households has no money left over each month or is in debt after meeting essential expenses (Institute on Assets and Social Policy).
The share of Americans 65 and older in the labor force went from 12.1 percent in...
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Should You be Tested for Hepatitis C?
Approximately three million Americans are living with hepatitis C and up to 75 percent don’t know they are infected. This puts them at great risk for liver disease, cancer, and death.
A basic blood test can be used to determine if you’ve ever been infected with hepatitis C, and a follow-up test can determine if you’re currently infected.
If you are, there are treatment options...
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Find Bike to Work Week Events Near You →
Bike to Work Week begins today, and Bike to Work day is this Friday. Find events near you.
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Top Baby Names of 2012
The Social Security Administration just released its top baby names of 2012. The top boy and girl names continued to be Jacob and Sophia. Jacob has topped the list for 14 years and Sophia has been the top girl name for 2 years. You can review the popularity of names by birth year or decade, look up a specific name, or check popular names by state or territory. Get background information on Social...
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Coastal Water Temperature Guide →
Do you have plans to hit the beach this summer? Here’s an easy tool to find water temperatures near you.
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Older Americans Month 2013 – Unleash the Power of...
By Carol M. Crecy, Director of External Affairs, U.S. Administration for Community Living
For 50 years, May has been the month we celebrate older adults across the nation. You could say that Older Americans Month is coming of age. This year’s theme—“Unleash the Power of Age!”—emphasizes older Americans’ potential for energy and activism and urges them to embrace it.
There is no age limit on...
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Tips for Saving Money at the Grocery Store →
If you spend a lot on groceries, here are some useful tips for saving money at the grocery store.
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Ten Ways You Can Be Involved in Foreign Affairs
From the State Department:
Globe in a Chicago Classroom
Many people are interested in foreign affairs, but don’t know how they can be involved. You don’t have to be a diplomat to get started. Here are ten ways you, as a U.S. citizen, can engage on international issues. MORE
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Get Your Child's Vision Checked →
Have you had your child’s vision checked? Celebrate Healthy Vision Month by learning about eye exams for kids.
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Service Members and Veterans Can Apply Online for...
eBenefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense is the place where service members, veterans, and their families can find out what benefits they’re eligible for and apply online. They can also check the status of benefits, access documents, and more.
Learn more about eBenefits and register for an account to apply for benefits today.
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Extra Help With Medicare Prescription Drug Plan... →
If you rely on Social Security, you may be eligible for extra help with paying for prescription drugs. Apply online.
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Take the Stress Out of Your Move
Between packing boxes, hiring movers, and unpacking everything in your new house, you have enough on your mind when you’re moving. You don’t want to have to worry about minor annoyances like remembering all the places you need to change your address or more serious concerns like dealing with moving fraud. These tips can help take some of the stress out of your move.
Use this moving checklist from...
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Melanoma Monday - Learn to Prevent Skin Cancer →
Today is Melanoma Monday. Learn how to prevent this dangerous cancer, and how to do preventative self-exams.
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Learn About the First American in Space
Sunday marks the 52nd anniversary of the first American in space. On May 5th, 1961, Alan Shepard Jr. became the first NASA astronaut to be launched into outer space aboard the Freedom 7 spacecraft.
Launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla., Shepard was rocketed to an altitude of 116.5 miles. Shepard tested out altitude controls for five minutes and then parachuted to safety into the Atlantic Ocean. The...
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Why do we Name Hurricanes? →
Find the answer and the history of hurricane names.
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