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Online Guide for Senior Citizens Resources in the USA

Federal Whistleblower Protection in Jeopardy

Number 6 in the Top 25 Censored Stories for 2007!

Special Counsel Scott Bloch, appointed by President Bush in 2004, is overseeing the virtual elimination of federal whistleblower rights in the U.S. government.The U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC), the agency that is supposed to protect federal employees who blow the whistle on waste, fraud, and abuse is dismissing hundreds of cases while advancing almost none. According to the Annual Report for 2004 (which was not released until the end of first quarter fiscal year 2006) less than 1.5 percent of whistleblower claims were referred for investigation while more than 1000 reports were closed before they were even opened. Only eight claims were found to be substantiated, and one of those included the theft of a desk, while another included attendance violations. Favorable outcomes have declined 24 percent overall, and this is all in the first year that the new special counsel, Scott Bloch, has been in office.

Bloch, who has received numerous complaints since he took office, defends his first thirteen months in office by pointing to a decline in backlogged cases.
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Emergency Planning and Preparation

Each person's needs and abilities are unique, but every individual can take important steps to prepare for all kinds of emergencies and put plans in place. By evaluating your own personal needs and making an emergency plan, you can be better prepared for any situation. A commitment to planning today will help you prepare for any emergency situation. Preparing makes sense. Get ready now.
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Virtual Colonoscopy

Virtual colonoscopy (VC) uses x rays and computers to produce two- and three-dimensional images of the colon (large intestine) from the lowest part, the rectum, all the way to the lower end of the small intestine and display them on a screen. The procedure is used to diagnose colon and bowel disease, including polyps, diverticulosis, and cancer. VC can be performed with computed tomography (CT), sometimes called a CAT scan, or with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
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Thigh Creams/Stomach Slimmers

Various products have been promoted in the skin care market as thigh and stomach slimmers. Some advertising claims also promise the reduction of "cellulite", waffly looking or orange-peel type skin caused by fatty deposits. Want to know if they really work?
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Identity Theft and Telemarketing

Your personal information is valuable. Protect it! Guard your Social Security, Bank, credit card and Driver's license numbers. Some criminals lie on the telephone to get your personal information. They may lie about who they are, claiming that they're from a legitimate company and that you have a problem with your account. Or they may pose as representatives of a bank or government agency and ask you to confirm your billing information. Once they have your personal information, they can use it to commit identity theft charging your existing credit cards, opening new credit card, checking, or savings accounts, writing fraudulent checks, or taking out loans in your name.
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Directory for Seniors in El Paso
Resources for the El Paso Senior: Find out how to become a happy, healthy, and more ethical member of an already mostly unhappy society.
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Austin, Texas Lawyer Database
Easy to find and easy to understand legal definitions, law articles, statutes, FAQs, legal forms, attorney profiles, book reviews, and more! No fee or registration required to view any and all of the resources provided on LawyerofAustin.com.
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Directory for Seniors in El Paso
Resources for the El Paso Senior: Find out how to become a happy, healthy, and more ethical member of an already mostly unhappy society.
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Legal Resource Guide – Houston Lawyers
An educated guess is not always best. Do your homework and research your case at LawyerofHouston.com. Check out our FAQs, Articles, News, Reviews of Seattle Attorneys, Forms, Advice and more! No registration fee required. All access is free!
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Directory for Seniors in Austin
Resources for the Austin Senior: Find out how to become a happy, healthy, and more ethical member of an already mostly unhappy society.
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Link and Resource Directory for Seniors living in Texas
We have jam-packed www.SeniorsOfTexas.com with resources to assist seniors and their families in making the decisions and accessing the services they need. We can help!
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Directory for Seniors in San Antonio
Your Internet Community – Your News – Your Health – Your Stories – Your Friends – Your Family – Your Photos – At www.SeniorsInSanAntonio.com you can Exchange Social Calenders, share recipes, photos, and more!
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Directory for Seniors in Fort Worth
Need a caretaker, housekeeper, shopper, ride anywhere? We can help link you up. We can also provide you with a directory of local civic engagement and employment opportunities for adults over the age of 55 who wish to re-enter the workforce.
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Directory for Seniors in Fort Worth
Need a caretaker, housekeeper, shopper, ride anywhere? We can help link you up. We can also provide you with a directory of local civic engagement and employment opportunities for adults over the age of 55 who wish to re-enter the workforce.
www.seniorsinfortworth.com

Directory for Seniors in Austin
Resources for the Austin Senior: Find out how to become a happy, healthy, and more ethical member of an already mostly unhappy society.
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