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» Microsoft Office and Adobe » Adobe Photoshop CS2: introduction » Microsoft® ASP.NET 2.0: building applications » Microsoft® Excel 2007, advanced part 1: analyzing data » Microsoft® Excel 2007, advanced part 2: charts and graphics » Microsoft® Excel 2007: create a PivotTable  (3:07) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: filter data  (2:10) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: intermediate » Microsoft® Excel 2007: introduction » Microsoft® Excel 2007: link and unlink content between two workbooks  (3:59) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: record a simple macro and edit it in VBA  (3:28) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: take a tour of the interface and learn basic skills  (5:42) » Microsoft® OneNote: creating and using notebooks  (5:27) » Microsoft® OneNote: getting started  (7:17) » Microsoft® PowerPoint 2007: create a new slide master  (2:43) » Microsoft® PowerPoint 2007: customize the PowerPoint interface  (4:44) » Microsoft® PowerPoint 2007: introduction » Microsoft® Word 2007: intermediate » Microsoft® Word 2007: introduction » Microsoft® Word 2007: take a tour of special features  (6:18) » Microsoft® Word 2007: take a tour of the Ribbon  (3:37) » Microsoft® Word 2007: use the Track Changes feature  (4:40)

» Operating systems » Microsoft® Outlook 2007: tips and tricks » Microsoft® Windows Vista Sidebar: adding gadgets  (2:15) » Microsoft® Windows Vista advanced customization: back up the registry  (2:03) » Microsoft® Windows Vista advanced customization: increase bandwidth for network and internet connections  (3:23) » Microsoft® Windows Vista: advanced customization » Microsoft® Windows Vista: find files using basic Search  (2:45) » Microsoft® Windows Vista: troubleshooting and maintenance » Microsoft® Windows Vista: tune up your PC » Microsoft® Windows Vista: use Disk Cleanup  (2:47)

» Programming and web » Adobe Dreamweaver CS3: introduction » Adobe Flash CS3: beginning web animation » Computer programming: introduction » How to build your first website (with podcast) » Intermediate website design » JavaScript: web programming basics » Microsoft® ASP.NET 2.0: building applications » Microsoft® Access 2007: introduction » Project management made simple

» PC solutions » Evaluating desktop virtualization solutions » Exploring and implementing Gobi and 3G technology » Firewall basics (with podcast) » HP Backup and Recovery Manager: schedule backups  (13:34) » HP ProtectTools: Security at your fingertips (quick lesson with podcast)  NEW! » Simple backup strategies with HP Backup and Recovery Manager (quick lesson with podcast)  UPDATED! » Simplify your IT infrastructure: reduce total cost of ownership » Wireless networking with Bluetooth (quick lesson)

» Servers and storage solutions » Disaster preparedness through virtualization (quick lesson) » ERP: resource planning solutions » Introduction to storage networks » Linux 101: a beginner’s guide » Linux 201: administering Linux for users » Linux 301: introduction to Linux system administration » Network attached storage basics » Protect your data: back up to tape, disk and the network » Understanding Microsoft® Windows Server 2008 » Virtualize your infrastructure: deployment

» Business skills » Build your business identity with a new logo » Color your business: develop a marketing color scheme  (3:23) » Create marketing materials that align with your goals (quick lesson) » Create your own marketing materials with free templates » Funding a new small business » Improve your personal networking skills » Marketing writing tips: five mistakes to avoid (quick lesson) » Meet the HP Smartphone: get connected, get more done (quick lesson) » Promote your business with social networking  NEW! » Save money, be energy efficient » Ten tips for printing better marketing materials in-house (quick lesson)

» Computing and networking » HP Backup and Recovery Manager: restore files  (8:13) » HP Backup and Recovery Manager: schedule backups  (13:34) » IT infrastructure and its challenges: outsource or hire? (quick lesson) » Laptop PCs: basic troubleshooting and repair (quick lesson) » Laptop PCs: troubleshooting wireless problems (quick lesson) » Network administration best practices » Networking 101 » Servers 101 » Simple backup strategies with HP Backup and Recovery Manager (quick lesson with podcast)  UPDATED! » Six steps to computer security (quick lesson)

» Graphic arts » Color your business: develop a marketing color scheme  (3:23) » Create marketing materials that align with your goals (quick lesson) » Create your own marketing materials with free templates » Disaster preparedness through virtualization (quick lesson) » HP Backup and Recovery Manager: restore files  (8:13) » HP Backup and Recovery Manager: schedule backups  (13:34) » IT infrastructure and its challenges: outsource or hire? (quick lesson) » Marketing writing tips: five mistakes to avoid (quick lesson) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: create a PivotTable  (3:07) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: filter data  (2:10) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: link and unlink content between two workbooks  (3:59) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: record a simple macro and edit it in VBA  (3:28) » Microsoft® Excel 2007: take a tour of the interface and learn basic skills  (5:42) » Microsoft® Windows Vista Sidebar: adding gadgets  (2:15) » Microsoft® Windows Vista advanced customization: back up the registry  (2:03) » Microsoft® Windows Vista advanced customization: increase bandwidth for network and internet connections  (3:23) » Microsoft® Windows Vista: find files using basic Search  (2:45) » Microsoft® Windows Vista: use Disk Cleanup  (2:47) » Microsoft® Word 2007: take a tour of special features  (6:18) » Microsoft® Word 2007: take a tour of the Ribbon  (3:37) » Microsoft® Word 2007: use the Track Changes feature  (4:40) » Save money, be energy efficient » Simple backup strategies with HP Backup and Recovery Manager (quick lesson with podcast) » Six steps to computer security (quick lesson) » Ten tips for printing better marketing materials in-house (quick lesson) » Wireless networking with Bluetooth (quick lesson) » Writing a high-impact business plan

 

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Here is an example of what today’s new gather has found:

Microsoft At Work

• How to make a Wi-Fi connection
  Follow these tips to help you work more securely from Wi-Fi hotspots in public. more >> 
• The 10 wackiest tax write-offs
  Is a wedding a business meeting if you invite clients? Can you buy peace and quiet, then take a deduction? Here’s our annual look at both daring and dumb attempts to whittle tax bills. more >> 
• 8 ways to jumpstart your business in 2009
  Find out ways to breathe new life into your business in 2009 in this Microsoft Pinpoint article. more >> 
• Watch how Doug keeps track of his work
  Real-life Microsoft employee Doug Thomas explains how he keeps track of his work, across all the computers in his life, with Office Live Workspace. Better yet, no download required, and it’s free! (3 min. video) more >> 
• Avoid the commute: Work at home
  Learn about some of the things to consider and tools you can use to access your e-mail and files when connecting to your office remotely. more >> 
• Create better documents using the 2007 Office release
  This article introduces Office 2007 features that can help you create exactly the document you need with less work and better results than you might imagine. more >> 
• Green is the new color of business
  Learn how to attract customers and cut operating costs by going green with your business. more >> 
• 4 tips to get more life out of your laptop battery
  Don’t get caught powerless. Get tips from an expert on how to get the most out of your laptop battery. more >> 
• Effective searches pay off
  Use Live Search to find what you need fast, and now get cash back for your searches too. more >> 
• Tips for customer-focused Web content
  Get a quick lesson on how to develop Web sites that put the customer first, based on the teachings of Web content guru Gerry McGovern. more >> 
• Survive the holidays with OneNote
  Say goodbye to sticky note lists cluttering up your desk. Learn how OneNote can help calm your frenzied holiday season. more >> 
• One click to videos that can help you be more successful
  Business isn’t always easy. Watch videos on how you can use Microsoft technology to build, grow and maintain your business in today’s changing market. Looking for CRM software? Or maybe you’re curious about Live Mesh? Find it all at http://microsoft.com/video. more >> 
• 7 ways to organize your e-mail
  Learn how the tools found in Microsoft Office Outlook can help you organize your messages in meaningful, easy-to-control ways. more >> 
• Microsoft Startup Zone: Get help growing your new business
  Whether you’re an entrepreneur, software startup, or a venture capitalist, you’ll find the right partner programs, software downloads, and advice on working with Microsoft right here. more >> 
• 3 ways to simplify your PowerPoint presentations
  Try these three tips to maintain the focus on your topic. more >> 
• 3 stubborn PC problems you can fix
  Each PC has a personality of its own. Find out how to handle yours. more >> 
• How to know if a wireless network is secure
  No wireless network is completely secure, but taking these precautions will help minimize the risks. more >> 
• Get your business noticed in all the right places
  The social networking boom has spilled over into the business world. Find out how establishing yourself as an opinion leader or trusted advisor on networking sites can be a smart business strategy. more >> 
• Top 10 most useful secrets in Office
  Increase productivity and win friends with these handy tips from Philp Su. more >> 
• Download business freebies
  Get our free e-mail marketing e-book, and start attracting more customers to your business. more >> 
• Recipe for work-life balance
  Ever feel like a hamster on a wheel? Crabby Office Lady shares her favorite ingredients for putting some balance back into your life. more >> 
• Bump the slump and learn to thrive during a down economy
  The economy may be in tough spot right now, but as a small business, you don’t have to be! Visit BumptheSlump.com for tips on how to navigate this down economy and learn to thrive. more >> 
• 10 tips to keep your small business safe
  Stay one step ahead of hackers and identity thieves with these 10 tips from Christopher Elliott. more >> 
• 6 tips for reducing e-mail overload
  Get a grip on your inbox before it is too late. more >> 
• Make a smart move for your business’s accounting
  Outgrowing your accounting software? Microsoft Dynamics can help. more >> 
• Get a free password-protected online workspace
  Access Office documents from almost any computer with a Web browser with Microsoft Office Live Workspace more >> 
• 3 solid gold Excel tips
  These simple, relatively unknown tips are worth learning. more >> 

	Microsoft At Home

• How the stimulus bill affects you
  The $787 billion package might cut your taxes, make your health insurance cheaper, fix the roads you drive on and keep the best teachers in your children’s schools. And that’s just for starters. more >> 
• The Crabby Office Lady tips that make her – almost – happy
  Save hours of your time. The Crabby Office lady gives you 3 tips for a variety of Office products, including Word and Excel. more >> 
• If Kylie can do it, you can too
  Watch PC rookie Kylie fix a photo of Dorothy, her pet fish, and send it to her family. Get Windows Live Photo Gallery for free, and try it yourself. (2 min. video) more >> 
• Virus Guide: 11 things you should know
  Check out this simple guide to handling computer viruses. Learn how to prevent and remove malicious computer viruses, and keep your data safe. more >> 
• Troubleshooting 101
  Having trouble with your computer? This is the place to start to figure out what’s wrong—and how to fix it. more >> 
• Find your way
  Locating a store or address in an unfamiliar area becomes a straightforward process when you can check the directions on your computer before leaving home. more >> 
• Movies. Trivia. Scene It?
  Looking for a gift the whole family can enjoy? Check out the new Scene It? Box Office Smash game for Xbox. more >> 
• Get started with Office 2007
  Are you looking to learn Office 2007 from scratch? Geared to the true beginner, this training walks you through Office 2007 programs step by step. more >> 
• Holiday party templates
  These holiday party templates make party planning fun and easy. Choose from existing themes or add your own designs to create a unified set of party invitations, menus, place cards, thank you cards, and more. more >> 
• Find unique gifts for everyone on your list
  Pick the perfect gifts for your loved ones with the MSN Shopping Guide. more >> 
• Crabby’s holiday survival guide
  Get tips from the Crabby Office Lady on how to get ready for the holidays, including making cards, planning parties, and shopping for and mailing gifts. more >> 
• 8 tips for great holiday photos
  Turn routine holiday photos into unique works of art with just a few simple techniques. more >> 
• 10 tips for safe social networking
  Social networking sites can fall victim to hackers, spammers, viruses, identity thieves and other criminals. These tips help protect you when you use these networks to keep in touch. more >> 
• Personalize your phone
  Customize your phone to reflect your personality with unique ring tones, pictures, and more. more >> 
• WorldWide Telescope
  Tour the sky with your computer. Download this virtual telescope now. more >> 
• Use free Excel templates to manage your money
  Manage your monthly budget, create a special project or special event budget, and more with a variety of free Excel templates. Simply download the template. more >> 
• Free online storage with Windows Live SkyDrive
  Store and access your personal files from anywhere online, up to 5 GB for free. Great for sharing files with friends and family too. more >> 
• Clean your computer
  Keep your system in top form inside and out. more >> 
• Turn your laptop into a GPS
  Whether you are travelling to a new locale or just want to save time while running around town, the GPS locator and mapping features found in Microsoft Streets & Trips can help. more >> 
• Keep track of birthdays and special occasions
  Learn how Outlook can help you remember those special occasions so you don’t ever have to worry about forgetting an important date again. more >> 
• 6 steps to a faster broadband connection
  Even high-speed Internet service can often perform better by following this guide. more >> 
• Share your photos in 3-D with Photosynth
  Share your photos with the cinematic quality of a movie, the control of a video game, and the mind-blowing detail of the real world. more >> 
• Back to school resources and offers
  Calling all educators, students, and administrators: save time and money this fall and go back to school with everything you need. more >> 
• Download more fun to your mobile phone
  Play guitar hero or 3D golf, quickly search for that Thai restaurant down the street, or get day-by-day sport s coverage—all from your mobile phone! more >> 
• Watch the Olympics on MSN
  Watch exclusive event coverage of the NBC Olympics on MSN more >> 
• Snacks for your Windows Mobile phone
  Zumobi is a new, free application that delivers “snack-size” info to your Windows Mobile phone. more >> 
• 4 ways to use Windows Vista at home
  Fun, friendly features can help you organize, stay in touch, and keep an eye on your kids. more >>

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Friday, 27 February 2009

HOT News!

Want EASY access to headline and breaking news? 

Visit our Industry News page (http://thedotdoctor/industry_news) for the HOTTEST stories.  

Breaking news feed fed to The DOT Doctor’s Site.  Check out Industry News as well as a variety of our other pages for relevant and related information as it breaks!!!

Here are some samples:

SPECIAL REPORT: Cross-border trucking program funding in jeopardy

Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 – With a new administration and a new Congress in place, a recent vote by the House of Representatives may mean the end for the embattled cross-border trucking program with Mexico isn’t too far off.
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Commission recommends tolls and taxes, but no reform

As if truckers and highway users aren’t paying enough in taxes, fees and tolls to run on America’s highways, a federal commission is recommending that Congress adopt a sweeping array of new and higher user fees. Critics, including OOIDA, say the report does not address the way transportation money is spent nor does it call for reform. more >>

 

Illinois truckers credited for stopping bill to double base plate fee

An Illinois state lawmaker gives credit to truckers for helping sideline a bill that would have doubled the fees for base plates in the state. more >>

 

Colorado House OKs road funding bill; tolls, truck fee increases included

The Colorado House has narrowly approved a bill that includes the option of charging tolls to access existing free routes. By a margin of 34-31, House lawmakers voted to advance the bill, which is intended to raise at least $250 million a year to fix the state’s crumbling roads and bridges. more >>

 

Ormond Beach Love’s: 30-minute parking limit during Bike Week

The Love’s in Ormond Beach, FL, will limit truck parking to 30 minutes starting Friday, Feb. 27 through Sunday, March 8, during Bike Week. more >>

 

Hackers plead guilty to broker fraud through FMCSA site

Two Russian immigrants from Southern California have pleaded guilty to defrauding motor carriers out of at least $2.4 million through a double-brokering load scheme using the FMCSA’s SAFER Web site. more >>

 

From the Land Line blog: TWIC gives muleskinners the blues

It seems that anyone who even occasionally visits a major port these days is required to possess a TWIC card. What about colonial-era clothing clad seasonal canal-boat workers, you say? Land Line’s Charlie Morasch dives into the latest mainstream news story about the Transportation Worker Identification Credential. more >>

 

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Thursday, 26 February 2009

Network Upgrades and Website Updates

Howdy All!

Our new computer system is installed.  We have our new computers up and working finally.  This will hopefully end the hiatus of silence.  It is our intention to return to normal postings to The DOT Doctor Speaks (http://thedotdoctor.com/the_dot_doctor_speaks), resume our live podcasts (available on Blog Talk Radio at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/The-DOT-Doctor) and newsletters.  Be a part of our shows.  Suggest topics, call in, join our chat room…..just get involved!

Thank you all for your understanding during these last few months as we limped through our difficulties.  Hopefully that is all now behind us with the introduction of our new IT Staff and IT Department.  This new department brings additional service offerings in the IT Field ranging from Database management, Website Development and Marketing, PC Support, Software Training including the new MS Office, help desk services, spreadsheet design, data capture systems, BETA Testing and more.  Visit our new web section – IT SERVICES (http://thedotdoctor.com/it_services).

Remember, we are still expanding and hiring.  We openings for sales people (F/T and P/T), receptionist(s) and field consultants skilled in DOT Compliance / Matters and IT technicians.  Send your resumes to our HR department at resumes@thedotdoctor.com.

Thank you all for continuing to join our FREE mailing lists (http://thedotdoctor.com/subscribe) and take advantage of our FREE training products  (http://thedotdoctor.com/log_auditing), FREE HR Forms (http://thedotdoctor.com/hr_services) (remember the new I-9s that came out in February….we have them here) and other services.  Many items are free for signing up to our mailing list and others can be purchased on the spot through our site via PayPal. 

Remember we also have the new E-mall coming in April. Some stores are already in place.  Come and check out our latest shops!  (http://thedotdoctor.com/e_mall)  We are open 24 hours a day for your shopping convenience.  No parking hassles!  Shop in your PJs.  We are also taking applications and deposit for store fronts in our new E-mall.  Stop by and fill one out today.  Space is limited; so don’t delay.  Pre-Grand Opening rates can’t be beat!!!

Special sales offerings, FREE magazine offerings, movies on demand, DISH TV specials, travel saving specials and more are available at our E-mall as well as on the pages throughout our site.  Check out our custom Amazon Store (http://astore.amazon.com/thdodo03-20) for a-mazing savings on a wide variety of products. Look for the sidebar ads on each page that relate to the subject matter in which you are viewing for special custom savings. 

Stop by today and check out all the new additions to our site.   We are constantly evolving.  Be a part of our future today!  You will notice changes when you visit our site.  Some pages have new “homes” are we re-designed our website in order to add our new IT Section. We have added a Troop Picture of our Brownie Troop that we support to our main page.  Remember, it is Girl Scout cookie time.  Contact us (asitler@thedotdoctor.com) today for your annual GS Cookie order.  Don’t delay.  Flavors are selling out quickly!!!  Order direct on our Cookie Page (http://thedotdoctor.com/cookies).  To view all the fine organizations that we support; visit our About Us page (http://thedotdoctor.com/about_us).   Remember OOIDA members always receive a 10% discount.

Be sure to look for The DOT Doctor on networking sites like: Facebook, MySpace (http://www.myspace.com/andrealsitler), You Tube, Twitter, Flickr, Word Blog, Linked In and more.  Drop by and send us a “friend” request.  We are happy to add you to our network.

Remember Dr. Sitler’s Book Pu: Energy Source or Death Source is available through Amazon (http://astore.amazon.com/thdodo03-20), is Kindle ready and available at a special price on our website (http://thedotdoctor.com/clean_and_green_technologies).   Get your copy today!

Catch the DOT Doctor online for a FREE Chat session.  Let the DOT Doctor answer your pressing questions via our chat link at the bottom of our Blog page and many other pages within our site.  Be sure to join our DOT HELP GROUP via Yahoo Groups and/or DOT HELP on Linked IN.  We look forward to seeing you there.  Add your comments on our services provided on our Comment page.  Our site is very interactive, as are our groups, and all work best when you interact.  Make your posting today!  Use our SHARE link on the top left of each page to post us to your favorite networking site and to share our content with  your friends and co-workers.  Be sure to subscribe to our RSS feed for instant updates.  A quick click of your mouse and all of newsflash postings are at your fingertips.  Be sure to check out our Logistics page (http://thedotdoctor.com/logistics), Safety Page (http://thedotdoctor.com/safety_newletter) and various other pages for automatic updated information from a variety of global services.  Always be current by bookmarking and visiting The DOT Doctor’s Website often.  We offer free safety videos on our Safety page (http://thedotdoctor.com/safety_plan);  technical writing services (http://thedotdoctor.com/authorship),  listing of DOT Fines (http://thedotdoctor.com/dot_compliance) and don’t forget about our all inclusive NEW BUSINESS SET UP Package. This package establishes a DOT Number for your new company, provides a written safety plan and includes a year of IFTA filing, UCR filing and log auditing services as well as list of other services. Visit: http://thedotdoctor.com/business_package for all the details.  Just IFTA filing services (http://thedotdoctor.com/quarterly_ifta_filing) or Logbook auditing (http://thedotdoctor.com/quarterly_ifta_filing).  We offer a combined Presidential Package for your filing and auditing needs (http://thedotdoctor.com/quarterly_ifta_filing#presplanprice).   All this begins at just $10/truck. 

These are just a small sampling of what we have to offer.  If you haven’t been to our site or haven’t been there lately; come visit us at: http://thedotdoctor.com today. 

 The DOT Doctor has the cure for ALL your compliance ills….. and more.

 

Thank you for your continued patronage!

Andrea Sitler, PhD

The DOT Doctor

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Thursday, 26 February 2009

New IT Service Offerings at the DOT Doctor

The DOT Doctor is now offering more than just transportation related solutions.  We have expanded to  include IT Service Offerings. 

Our new IT DIVISION will offer:

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  MS Office Training
  
  
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  Database Management
  
  
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  Backup Services

……….. and other related services

Check out our new IT Page today.

(http://thedotdoctor.com/it_services)

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Sunday, 22 February 2009

Lung Cancer, whats that got to do with Delivery Drivers?

Have you seen this article from the Curiosity Shop?

 

Lung Cancer, whats that got to do with Delivery Drivers?

Quite a lot actually. Especially if you don’t want one of these ugly tumours on your lungs. If you are a courier, trucker or delivery driver, read through the information below, and tell me what you think.

Image via Wikipedia

An up to date article in News Inferno was very interesting reading and informative…

Recent research suggests  that lung cancer risks are higher among trucking industry workers because of diesel fume exposure.  According to a new study published in the January issue of the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, workers in the trucking industry with an estimated 20 years on the job have an elevated risk of lung cancer with each increasing year of work due to their diesel fume exposure.

A lot of drivers are career drivers. They start in their 20s and still drive until they are retired, some often continuing part time during retirement. For many, driving for a living is something they really enjoy.

The article goes on to say –

Scientists have long known that diesel fumes might play a role in the development of lung cancer.  According to a report on SFgate.com, diesel fumes consist of a toxic stew of about 400 chemicals, including benzene, formaldehyde, arsenic, cyanide and lead.  Breathing large amounts of diesel fumes could cause respiratory diseases, and people with asthma, heart disease and emphysema can worsen if exposed to the exhaust. Long-term exposure leads to chronic obstructive lung disease as well as lung cancer.

So, it’s the long term exposure that does the damage. The longer you drive, the more chance you have of getting it. A case control study was done back in 1990 and the report says at the end..

Overall, our results suggest that diesel truck drivers have an excess risk of lung cancer compared to other teamsters in jobs outside the trucking industry. However, our findings were not uniformly consistent and our data have many limitations, the most important of which is the lack of data on exposure to diesel fumes.

Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

In the US, the EPA have been making big inroads into reducing the danger. A tough task considering most areas of the US and the Uk are urbanised so diesel fumes are in every breath we take. As much as 25% of the breath we take in highly urbanised areas, more if there is a port nearby and the diesel fumes from the ships engines are in the air.

Early in 2001, the EPA issued landmark standards to clean up dirty diesel trucks and buses, comparable to the advent of the catalytic converter on cars several decades ago. When the standards take full effect in 2007, they are expected to reduce emissions from trucks and buses by more than 90 percent, the equivalent of taking 13 million of the nation’s 14 million trucks and buses off the roads.

Source: ENS

The article from the ENS website goes on to outline the effort from the Bush administration. It  also clearly higlights the failings in the US – emissions trading programs. So rather than clean up their act the worst polluters get to trade credits with cleaner, greener companies. I cannot see how this would work myself, and seems like a fraudulent way of dealing with the issue.

In addition to concluding that diesel fumes likely cause lung cancer, the EPA found that diesel exhaust triggers asthma and other respiratory effects, calling the fumes “a chronic respiratory hazard to humans.” Based on animal testing and studies of people in jobs with high exposures, the fumes were shown to be carcinogenic, or cancer causing.

The agency did not attempt to quantify the cancer risk from exposure to diesel emissions, though the report notes that the risk is likely to be higher for people who regularly work with or around diesel engines. But even everyday exposure to background levels of diesel fumes probably puts people at risk, the EPA said.

What can an employer do to limit diesel fumes for their drivers? Is there an efficient way of filtering the exhaust fumes so that the carcinogens are contained?

My thoughts on this are two fold, is this coming to light now to try and encourage people to buy environmentally vehicles? Is it diesel that is doing the evil deed? Why isn’t it coal fires, petrol or another type of fuel? Or is it the sad fact that all of these contribute to it, and its our delivery drivers that are taking home the tumours.

For excellent information and research on cancer, more information can be found on the pharma strategy blog written by Sally Church.

Sarah

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• Causes of Lung Cancer – Information You Need to Know

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Sunday, 22 February 2009

GS Cookie Time YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!

It’s that wonderful time of the year when we all have the opportunity to purchase fresh, wonderful Girl Scout cookies.  Not only are these a wonderful treat; they help the girls in many ways.  Brownie Troop #9376 are using their profits to attend a special Space Center Houston Camp. 

Camping is not the only benefit for the girls when you purchase theses delicious cookies.  The girls learn leadership skills, marketing skills, sales, entrepreneurial skills, budget management and most importantly they build self confidence.  Girls in Scouting learn to stand tall and proud.  They know they are independent and believe in themselves.  This inspires them to work for their goals, attend Ivy League Colleges, participate in school activities and achieve top grades.  Girl Scouts stand in the shadows of no one and learn how to be self sufficient.  These are life skills that all girls should know and thanks to GS; learn is fun and begins in kindergarten.

Be a part of girl’s life and future today!  Buy a box of these delicious cookies and make a difference today.

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