Aug 04, 2009 -
Grab 'n' go, quickie stops, and drive-throughs are a given in our fast-paced society, but one auto insurance agency says slowing down can save you money. And they're not talking about lightening your lead foot. In response to a study released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Insurance.com prepared a list of the 10 most dangerous foods to eat while driving because they tend to distract drivers.
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Apr 24, 2007 -
When are auto accidents amusing? When the driver responsible fills out an insurance claim form and attempts to condense, evade, or embellish the facts a bit. That's when the truth spins out of control and the retelling gets funny:
- "A pedestrian hit me and went under my car."
- "The pedestrian had no idea which direction to go, so I ran over him."
- "I had been driving for 40 years when I fell asleep at the wheel and had an accident."
- "I had been shopping for plants all day and was on my way home.
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Feb 04, 2009 -
When it comes to car insurance, you bet insurers pay attention to the kind of car you drive. A company that helps insurers identify risks ran a study to determine which cars tend to be ticketed most. Can you guess which cars made the most ticketed list?
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Diagnosis
- Lifestyle Changes
- Treatment
- Dental Devices
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- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Sleep Apnea and Heart Attack
Obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk of heart attack by as much as 30% over the course of 5 years, suggests a study presented at the 2007 American Thoracic Society International Conference. Researchers noted that the risk of developing or dying from heart disease rises with increasing sleep apnea severity.
Sleep Apnea and Diabetes
- Obstructive sleep apnea may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, indicates research presented at the American Thoracic Society conference.
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Jun 09, 2008 -
There's no real secret to reaching your savings goals, but there is an attitude of commitment that you should consider adopting in order to accomplish them. In order to keep your commitment to save, make it a priority: decide what you will save each month and learn to live on the rest.
This approach ensures that you don't run out of money each month before you get around to saving some, and it means that you don't have to abide by irritating mantras like the latte factor.
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Aug 08, 2008 -
More than half of you are still building up savings for a rainy day or haven't been able to save anything just yet. In order to be sure you're on track or to set a goal in the first place, you need to determine how much you'll need if emergency strikes. The biggest case for an emergency fund is job loss — if you lose your job or temporarily lose your ability to work then you'll need to rely on the money you've saved to get by.
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Nov 07, 2008 -
After meeting with his economic advisers, Barack Obama had a substantial meeting with the press. Flanked by the team, as well as Joe Biden, Obama projected confidence and toughness as he spoke of the "greatest economic challenge of our lifetime."
Only three days after the election, Obama outlined his priorities including a rescue plan for the middle class, expanded unemployment insurance, aid to small businesses and local governments, and assistance to the auto industry.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Prognosis
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Quick-Relief Medications...
- Long-Term Relief Medication...
- Other Treatments
- Managing Asthma
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Drug Warning
In 2007, the FDA requested the manufacturers of omalizumab (Xolair) to include a “boxed warning” emphasizing that this drug may cause a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Omalizumab is approved for patients who have moderate-to-severe asthma related to allergies and whose symptoms are not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids. It is given by injection in a doctor’s office every 2 - 4 weeks.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
What You Should Bring To The Hospital
The arrival of your new son or daughter is a time of excitement and joy. It's often a hectic time as well, so it can be difficult to remember to pack everything that you need to bring to the hospital.
About a month before the baby's due date, you should make sure you have the following items.
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Sep 09, 2008 -
First the drinking age gets a hard look, and now this? An influential auto safety group is calling for states to raise the legal driving age to 18. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety president says the move would be for everyone's own good — car crashes are the leading cause of death among teenagers.
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