Many American are not aware that the incandescent light bulb invented by Thomas Edison over 100 years ago is scheduled to be phased out, starting in 2012, in favor of other lighting technologies such as compact fluorescent lights (CFLs). Although on the surface it seems like a good idea, it may in reality be a double-edged sword.
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The problem with a potential worldwide avian bird flu epidemic has not gone away. We have documented significant events that could still lead to major outbreak of this killer flu.
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When putting together an emergency preparedness plan, do not forget about your furry family friends. You need a plan that includes a way to deal with the family dogs and cats in times of disaster.
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Bisphenol A is a component of several types of plastics and epoxy resins used in food and liquid containers. Bisphenol-A is usually abbreviated as BPA. In April 2008, the Canadian government banned its use in polycarbonate baby bottles due to safety concerns. You may be using products that could be leaching Bisphenol A into your food and beverages.
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The threat of a worldwide flu pandemic may or may not become a reality, but due to the mutating nature of the avian influenza A (H5N1) bird flu virus, medical scientists, doctors and governments around the world are justifiably concerned that a devastating flu pandemic similar to the 1918 Spanish Flu is possible.
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No home should be without an NOAA emergency weather radio. NOAA Weather Radio, also called NWR, uses a network of more than 980 transmitters to alert the public about approaching or imminent serious weather threats.
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