U.S. Government News

National Sleep Awareness Week Is March 7-13

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:21:07 PST

Chronic, long-term sleep disorders affect millions of Americans each year. These disorders and the sleep deprivation they cause can interfere with work, driving, social activities, and overall quality of life, and can have serious health implications.

Unmarried and Single Americans Week 2008

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:09:58 PST

There are 92 million unmarried Americans 18 and older in 2006. This group comprised 42 percent of all U.S. residents 18 and older.

Show Your Postal Carrier Some Love, National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 18-24

Fri, 16 May 2008 18:59:59 PST

Dog owners across America are being asked to show their letter carriers some love by making sure their pets are in separate rooms with closed doors before accepting mail from a carrier at their front doors. Last year, more than 3,000 city and rural carriers were attacked by dogs across the United States -including 103 city and rural carriers from the Houston metro area alone.

Mother's Day 2008: May 11, 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:01:33 PST

How many mothers? 81% p ercent of women 40 to 44 who are mothers. In 1976, 90 percent of women in that age group were mothers.

Father's Day 2008: June 15, 2008, Facts, Fun & Statistics

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:20:46 PST

64.3 million is the estimated number of fathers across the nation.

Mother’s Day 2008: May 11, 2008

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:14:38 PST

There was 94.1 number of births in 2006 per 1,000 women of childbearing age in Utah, which led the nation. At the other end of the spectrum was Vermont, with a rate of 52.2 births.

February is American Heart Month

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 10:49:40 PST

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability. The most common heart disease in the United States is coronary heart disease, which often appears as a heart attack. In 2008, an estimated 770,000 Americans will have a new coronary attack, and about 430,000 will have a recurrent attack. About every 26 seconds, an American will have a coronary event, and about one every minute will die from one

A Kiss is Just a Kiss: Mistletoe is So Much More

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 06:53:21 PST

This Christmas when you pucker up under the mistletoe, consider this: while festive and fun, mistletoe also provides essential food, cover and nesting sites for an amazing number of birds, butterflies and mammals in the United States

’Tis the Season For Mailing

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:14:12 PST

Santa may have Rudolph and innumerable elves, but the U.S. Postal Service has 700,000 employees, more than 200,000 trucks, online convenience and a 232-year history of delivering holiday cheer

Mail Holiday Packages with Care

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 07:32:01 PST

December is the busiest time of year for mailing and the U.S. Postal Service is helping to make holiday shipping needs a little bit easier. With 20 billion cards, letters and packages expected to be delivered this holiday season, the Postal Service has some tips to help send holiday cheer in a safe, secure manner.

Thanksgiving Day is November 22, 2007

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:54:51 PST

Tips and ideas to help you plan and prepare healthy, crowd-pleasing food for this holiday season.

Thanksgiving Food Prepparation Tips: Things You Should Know

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:45:49 PST

The decision of choosing a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner is serious business, both for shoppers and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Whether a turkey is sold at a grocery store or ordered by Internet or catalogue, check for the USDA or State mark of inspection which ensures that the turkey has been inspected for safety and wholesomeness.

Thanksgiving Day - Feast Safely and Sensibly This Holiday Season

Sat, 17 Nov 2007 09:17:25 PST

If you’re planning to host Thanksgiving dinner, the Feast on Food Safety package can help you serve a meal that’s safe to eat. This package of free publications includes a chart of safe minimum temperatures and guidelines for cooking the perfect bird.

Spotlight on Thanksgiving Day Statistics - BLS Reports

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 07:17:35 PST

For most of us, this holiday still means a home-cooked Thanksgiving dinner. However, throughout the year Americans are spending a greater percentage of their food dollars on food away from home — that is, at restaurants instead of at the grocery store. The portion of the family-of-four food budget spent on food away from home increased from 36 to 43 percent from 1984 to 2006.

142, 000 Halloween Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 16:17:45 PST

This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. “Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc,” SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.

No Tricks, No Treats: FTC Warns Halloween Consumers that Even Cosmetic Contact Lenses Require Prescriptions

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:45:33 PST

Planning to cap off your Halloween costume with a pair of cat-eye contact lenses? The Federal Trade Commission wants you to know that all contacts -- even those that are cosmetic or theatrical -- require a prescription.

Veterans Day 2007: Nov. 11

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 07:53:41 PST

There are 23.7 million military veterans in the United States in 2006. There are 1.7 million female veterans in 2006.

October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:58:15 PST

Breast cancer remains a significant health concern for women in the United States. and throughout the world. In the U.S., it is the most common form of cancer in women. After lung cancer, breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women. In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, FCIC has brought together some resources surrounding this health issue.

Halloween 2007: Facts & Fun Statistics

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:16:48 PST

It is estimated that 36.1 million children between the ages of 5-13 partcipated in trick-or treating across the United States. This is down by 45,000 children from the year 2005.

National Park Week - April 22-29, 2007

Sat, 21 Apr 2007 11:44:19 PST

National Park Week is an annual Presidentially proclaimed week for celebration and recognition of Your National Parks.