You've heard of FUTURE SHOCK, right?  Take a look at what's being discussed in Congress these days. WARNING: These new government documents are NOT for the faint-hearted.  ;-)  You can find these and other publications in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Competition in sports programming and distribution : are consumers winning? : hearing . . ., November 14, 2006 /  U.S. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary,  2007.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79049  Y 4.J 89/2:S.HRG. 109-762

Cybersecurity : protecting America’s critical infrastructure, economy, and consumers : hearing . . ., September 13, 2006.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79522  Y 4.C 73/8:109-137

Editing Hollywood’s editors : cleaning flicks for families : hearing . . ., September 26, 2006.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79409  Y 4.C 73/8:109-144

Examining the impact of illegal immigration on the Medicaid program and our healthcare delivery system : hearings . . ., August 10 and 15, 2006.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79383  Y 4.C 73/8:109-134

Internet data brokers : who has access to your private records? : hearings . . ., June 21, June 22, and September 29, 2006.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79157  Y 4.C 73/8:109-131

Sexual exploitation of children over the Internet : a staff report prepared for the use of the Committee on Energy and Commerce.  U.S. Congress. House of Representatives,  2007.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS79456  Y 4.C 73/8:109-F

In celebration of National Library Week, here's a little light reading newly arrived from the Government Printing Office.  These publications can be found in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

"In the same light as slavery" : building a global antiterrorist consensus /  edited by Joseph McMillan. Dept. of Defense, National Defense University Press, Institute for National Strategic Studies,  2006.  D 5.402:AN 8/4

An attempt to diagnose the reasons for the lack of progress and suggestions for more productive approaches to this problem.

National Trails System : map and guide.  Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service,  2006.  I 29.0/2:N 21/2006

Discover the network of scenic, historic, and recreation trails created by the National Trails System Act of 1968.

Recipe and meal planner guide.  Dept. of Health & Human Services, National Diabetes Education Program,  [2004]  http://www.ndep.nih.gov/diabetes/MealPlanner/index.htm  HE 20.7008:R 24

You don't have to be a diabetic to enjoy these 7 healthy recipes found in this booklet - English and Spanish online.

Get the facts on saving and investing : a roadmap to start you on a journey to financial security through saving and investing.  U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission,  [2006]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS78052  SE 1.2:IN 8/24/2006

As you begin to look beyond graduation, the SEC has prepared a guide to introduce you to a few basics about saving and investing, how to form a plan, and stick to it.

Rockets and people / by Boris E. Chertok.  National Aeronautics and Space Administration,  2006] http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS67263  PREX 1.2:K 15

A look at the Soviet space program as told by one of the men who helped create it.

This week, the USA History Department is sponsoring a conference -- "Through the Eye of Katrina: The Past as Prologue."  This catastrophic storm had a profound impact upon our nation.  The HOT DOCS this month reflect the responses made by federal agencies, the U.S. military, and ordinary citizens to this unprecedented event.  These publications can be found in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

After Katrina : the role of the Department of Justice Katrina Fraud Task Force and agency inspectors general in preventing waste, fraud, and abuse : hearing . . ., May 10, 2006.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Government Reform. Subcommittee on Government Management, Finance, and Accountability,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS76475  Y 4.G 74/7:J 98/20

Coast Guard : observations on the preparation, response, and recovery missions related to Hurricane Katrina / Stephen L. Caldwell, Acting Director, Homeland Security and Justice Issues.  Government Accountability Office,  2006.  GA 1.13:GAO-06-903

EPA provided quality and timely information on Hurricane Katrina hazardous material releases and debris management.  Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the Inspector General,  [2006]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS72950  EP 12.2:H 93

A failure of initiative : final report . . .  U.S. Congress. House. Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS68393  Y 1.1/8:109-377

The federal response to Hurricane Katrina : lessons learned.  [White House,  2006] http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS67263  PREX 1.2:K 15

Hurricane Katrina : GAO’s preliminary observations regarding preparedness, response, and recovery : testimony before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee / statement of David M. Walker.  Government Accountability Office,  [2006]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS68172  GA .5/2:GAO-06-442 T

Operation Dragon Comeback : Air Education and Training Command’s response to Hurricane Katrina / Bruce A. Ashcroft, Joseph L. Mason.  U.S. Air Force. Air Force History and Museums Program ; Air Education and Training Command, Office of History and Research,  2006.  D 301.82/7:D 78

Oversight of Gulf Coast hurricane recovery : a semiannual report to Congress.  President’s Council on Integrity and Efficiency, Executive Council on Integrity and Efficiency,  2006-   http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS77554  PREX 2.36:H 94/

A performance review of FEMA’s disaster management activities in response to Hurricane Katrina.  Dept. of Homeland Security, Office of Inspections and Special Reviews,  [2006]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS76605  HS 1.2:K 15

Roundtable: "Answering the call : the response of community-based organizations to the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricane" : hearing . . ., on examining the response of community-based organizations to the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricanes, March 7, 2006.  U.S. Congress. Senate. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions,  2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS71745  Y 4.L 11/4:S.HRG. 109-440

Since it's freezing outside, how about curling up with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee and one of our new government documents.  These can be found in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Researching Japanese war crimes records : introductory essays/ Edward Drea ... [et al.].  Nazi War Crimes and Japanese Imperial Government Records Interagency Working Group,  [2006]  AE 1.102:W 19/2

The IWG has searched recently declassified records for files relevant to Japanese war crimes.  Their new reference book, and an electronic records finding aid, will help researchers locate and use the thousands of new and extant files in the National Archives related to the war in the Pacific.

A performance review of FEMA’s disaster management activities in response to Hurricane Katrina.  Dept. of Homeland Security, Office of Inspections and Special Reviews,  [2006]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS76605  HS 1.2:K 15

This report examines whether the laws, regulations, policies, procedures, plans, guidelines, and resources were adequate and operational, and whether FEMA's organizational structure enhanced or hindered its emergency management capabilities.

The new members’ guide to traditions of the United States Senate / Richard A. Baker ; prepared under the direction of Emily J. Reynolds.  U.S. Senate,  [2006]  Y 1.3:S.PUB. 109-25

This guide offers new members an introduction to the distinguishing customs and rituals of the "World's Greatest Deliberative Body".

200 notable days : Senate stories, 1787 to 2002 / Richard A. Baker.  U.S. Government Printing Office,   2006.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS77292  Y 1.3:ST 7

Collected by the Senate historian, these stories, from the well-known and notorious to the unusual and even whimsical, reflect all areas of Senate activity and are presented to enlighten, inspire, amuse, and inform.

As a mark of respect to the memory of Gerald R. Ford, the 38th president of the United States, President Bush on December 28 proclaimed January 2, 2007, a national day of mourning. These government documents look back at some of the events that took place during the administration of the only American president never elected to that position. They can be found in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Pardon of Richard M. Nixon, and related matters : hearings . . ., September 24, October 1 and 17, 1974.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary. Subcommittee on Criminal Justice,  1975.
Y 4 .J 89/1:93/60

September 8, 1974  Ford pardons Nixon for any crimes he may have committed as President. The surprise announcement stuns the country and Ford's approval rating plummets in the polls.

Your right to federal records : questions and answers on the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act.  General Services Administration : U.S. Dept. of Justice.  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS55090  (Latest edition only)
GS 1.2:F 31/2/

October 17, 1974  Ford vetoes the Freedom of Information Act Amendments believing not enough protection is given to sensitive and classified intelligence documents. Congress overrides Ford’s veto making the bill law.

January 1, 1975  Ford signs the Privacy Act of 1974.

Last flight from Saigon / edited by A.J.C. Lavalle.  [Dept. of Defense, Dept. of the Air Force,  1978]  http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS48208
D 301.86:4/6

April 28, 1975  Ford orders the emergency evacuation of American personnel and high-risk South Vietnamese nationals, as Saigon falls to Communist forces.

The Presidential campaign, 1976 / [compiled under the direction of the Committee on House Administration].  U.S. House. Committee on House Administration,  1978-1979.
Y 4.H 81/3:P 92/2/976  (v.1,pt.1-2 [Jimmy Carter]; v.2,pt.1-2 [Gerald R. Ford]; v.3 [The Debates])

September 23, 1976  First presidential candidate debate between President Ford and Governor Jimmy Carter in Philadelphia.

These new government e-documents on DVD or CD-ROM can be found in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Bicycle safety tips for adults.  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,  [2006]  TD 8.64:B 47/3/DVD  (CD-ROM Area)

The League of American Bicyclists has made a new bike education video designed to teach people how to ride confidently in traffic. Topics covered include the pre-ride checklist, bicycle handling skills, riding in traffic, identifying and avoiding hazards, and riding in all conditions.

Call to duty : boots on the ground.  Dept. of Defense, U.S. Army, Army Strategic Plannning Division, Office of the Chief of Public Affairs,  [2006]  D 101.129/6:D 95/DVD  (CD-ROM Area)  Also available online: http://www.army.mil/calltoduty/

A U.S. Army “masterpiece” that brings home the harshness and misery of war and the extraordinary contribution that American soldiers -- the "boots on the ground" -- make every day. It reminds us why for the first time since the American Revolution we have been able to fight an extended war without resorting to a draft. "Call of Duty" shows us why this is true.

Charting the U.S. labor market in 2005.  Dept. of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics,  [2006]  L 2.134:M 34  (CD-ROM Area)  Also available online: http://www.bls.gov/cps/labor2005/chartbook.pdf

This report contains data compiled from several statistical programs of the Bureau of Labor Statistics and includes graphs and text presented together to give an overview of the employment and unemployment situation for the nation that presents both recent data and historical trends over time. Highlights include information about educational attainment, race and Hispanic ethnicity, women, and families.

National report on sustainable forests ...   Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service,  2004-  A 13.140:SU 8/CD  (CD-ROM Area)  Also available online: http://www.fs.fed.us/research/sustain/contents.htm

This report seeks to provide a better understanding of the status, condition, and trends in U.S. forests. There is a need for further identification of data gaps and analysis possibilities that will better equip the reader to participate in the public dialog about America’s forests and to help shape future policies.

It’s that time once again to take a stand and make your voice be heard by exercising your Constitutional right to VOTE for the candidates of your choice. These government publications, new & old, look at what our voting system has been like in the past and what it might be in the future. You can find them in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library

Hearing on political speech on the Internet : should it be regulated? : hearing. . ., September 22, 2005.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on House Administration,  2005.  Y 4.H 81/3:P 75/7  (Microfiche)  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/ LPS65517

Indian tribes and the Federal Election Campaign Act : hearing . . ., February 8, 2006.  U.S. Congress. Senate. Committee on Indian Affairs,  2005 [i.e. 2006]  Y 4.IN 2/11:S.HRG. 109-374  (Microfiche)  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/ LPS71097

To examine the impact and effectiveness of the Voting Rights Act : hearing . . ., October 18, 2005.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on the Constitution,  2006.  Y 4.J 89/1:109-70  (Microfiche)  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS67527

Using biometric identification technologies in the election process / Jim Wayman.  Federal Election Commission, Office of Election Administration,  [2001]  Y 3.EL 2/3:18/18

Voting Rights Act : section 203, bilingual election requirements : hearing . . .  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on the Constitution,  2006-  Y 4.J 89/1:109-78  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS70287 (pt. 2)

To help get you in the proper mood for Halloween, here are a few really scary new government publications.  You can find them in the Government Documents Department located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Are You Ready? : an In-Depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness.  Federal Emergency Management Agency,  [2004]  HS 5.108:F 11 & CD

Ensuring the Security of America's Borders through the Use of Biometric Passports and Other Identity Documents : Hearing ... One Hundred Ninth Congress, First Session, June 22, 2005.  U.S. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Economic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity,  2006.  Y 4.H 75:109-24  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS71923

The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke : a Report of the Surgeon General.  Dept. of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Office of the Surgeon General,  2006.  HE 20.2:T 55  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS71463

Measuring Violence-Related Attitudes, Behaviors, and Influences Among Youths : a Compendium of Assessment Tools / compiled and edited by Linda L. Dahlberg ... [et al.].  Dept. of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Division of Violence Prevention,  2005.  (2nd. ed.)  HE 20.7952:V 81/2005  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS66128

National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza : Implementation Plan.  Homeland Security Council,  [2006]  PR 43.8:H 75/2/IN 3/2  Also available online: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS69577

On this Veterans' Day, remember those who gave the "last full measure of devotion" so that we can enjoy freedoms about which most of the world can only dream.  These publications are located in the Government Documents Department on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

The Life of a Revolutionary War Soldier : Simon Fobes Goes to War.  National Archives Tour Office, Office of Public Programs,   [1993]  AE 1.102:R 32

The Naval War of 1812 : a Documentary History / William S. Dudley, editor, Michael J. Crawford, associate editor ; with a foreword by John D.H. Kane, Jr.  Dept. of Defense, Dept. of Navy, Naval Historical Center,  1985-1992.  D 207.10/2:H 62/v.1-3

Marines in the Mexican War / by Gabrielle M. Neufeld Santelli ; Charles R. Smith, editor.  Dept. of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps, History and Museums Division, Headquarters,  1991.  D 214.14/3:M 57

The War of the Rebellion : a Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies / prepared under the direction of the Secretary of War by Robert N. Scott. War Dept. [original] ; Historical Times : distributed by Broadfoot Pub. Co.,  1985-  W 45.5: ser. I, v.1-53 ; ser. II, v. 1-8 ; ser. III, v. 1-5 ; ser. IV, v. 1-3

Chemical Warfare in World War I : the American Experience, 1917-1918 / by Charles E. Heller.  Dept. of Defense, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, Combat Studies Institute,  1985.  D 110.9: 10

The U.S. Army Air Forces in World War II : Reflections and Remembrances : Veterans of the United States Army Air Forces Reminisce about World War II / edited by William T. Y'Blood, Jacob Neufeld, and Mary Lee Jefferson.   Dept. of Defense, Air Force History and Museums Program,  2000.  D 301.82:R 28

Vietnam from Cease-Fire to Capitulation / William E. Le Gro.  Dept. of Defense, U.S. Army Center of Military History,  1981.  D 114.2:V 67/2

Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm, 7 August 1990-28 February 1991. United States, Central Command,  [1991]  D 114.13:D 45

Before Hurricane Ivan "the Terrible" hits, you might want to check out these old and new government publications and videos.  The Government Documents Department is located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.

Ivan.  Dept. of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service, Tropical Prediction Center, National Hurricane Center,   2004.

Gives coastal watches and warnings, strike probabilities, and cumulative wind distribution for Ivan: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_astorm9+shtml/131458.shtml?

Against the Wind : Protecting Your Home from Hurricane Wind Damage.  American Red Cross and the Federal Emergency Management Agency,  1993.  FEM 1.2:W 72 X

Identifies the four principle areas of your house that you should check for weakness and suggests steps your can take to make your home stronger before the next hurricane strikes.  Also online: http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/HAW2/pdf/against_the_wind.pdf

Hurricane Watch : Preparing for the Uncertain.  (VHS)  Federal Emergency Management Agency,  1995.  (Running time: 34:19)  FEM 1.2:H 94/3 X / VIDEO

Provides information on the hazards associated with hurricanes and the unpredictability of these events.

Hurricanes, Unleashing Nature's Fury : a Preparedness Guide.  Dept. of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service, [and] American Red Cross,  2003.  C 55.108:H 94/3/2003

Gives a great deal of information about the history of hurricanes, how they are formed, how they are tracked, their impact on people, the ecosystem, and the economy.  Also online: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/brochures/hurr.pdf

After the storm, you might want to look at this publication:

A Citizen's Guide to Disaster Assistance.  Dept. of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Emergency Management Institute,  [2003]  HS 5.108:C 49/2003

This independent study course addresses issues concerning how to protect people and property, explains the importance of pre-disaster preparedness, and gives a basic understanding of disaster assistance.  Also online: http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/downloads/IS7complete.pdf

The Challenge in Higher Education : Confronting and Reducing Substance Abuse on Campus.  Executive Office of the POTUS, Office of National Drug Control Policy,  2004.  PREX 26.2:C 35

Research has shown that drug use impairs memory and brain function. Drug use by students creates a major obstacle to academic performance and interfers with normal social interaction and the formation of new relationships that are integral to the college experence.  http://www.whitehousedrugpolicy.gov/publications/challenge_higher_ed/challenge_higher_ed.pdf

Marijuana : Weeding Out the Hype!  Dept. of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention,  2002.  HE 20.402:M 33x/GUIDE & VIDEO

Marijuana continues to be the most widely used illegal drug of choice among today's Generation Y, the group born since 1982.  Today's "grass" is stronger and comes in more varieties than the "weed" that many of today's parents used back in the 1960s and 70s.

Steroid Abuse in Today’s Society : a Guide for Understanding Steroids and Related Substances.  Justice Dept., Drug Enforcement Administration, Office of Diversion Control,  2004.  J 24.8:ST 4/3

This guide is designed to help you understand why steroids are being abused, and how you can educate yourself and your friends, from athletes to those who innocently (and ignorantly) take dietary supplements, about the dangers of these drugs. http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubs/brochures/steroids/professionals/professionals.pdf

"Are we there yet?" comes the 'call of the wild' from the kids in the back seat.  It's summer time!  Time to hit the open road, stretch your legs, expand your horizons, etc.  How about exploring your nation's history along the way.  Government Documents, located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library, has a wide variety of handbooks produced by the National Park Service.  If you'll be vacationing near one of the 380+ parks operated by the NPS, come check us out before you leave town.

Appomattox Court House.  Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Virginia,  2002.  I 29.9/5:160

In 2009, the United States will begin to commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Civil War.  In anticipation of that event, the National Park Service is updating its interpretive handbook series to incorporate the results of current scholarship on the history and meaning of the war.  There are many full-color photographs and an excellent bibliography for addition reading on the “War of Northern Aggression”, a.k.a. the American Civil War. http://www.nps.gov/apco/

Mammoth Cave / by David Rains Wallace.  Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky,  2003.  I 29.9/5:158

Mammoth Cave National Park protects the world’s longest cave system, a variety of woodland habitats, the scenic Green and Nolin river valleys, and outdoor recreation opportunities in an International Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site.  The handbook includes photographs, history, visitor safety tips, and a bibliography.  http://www.nps.gov/maca/

The Most Striking of Objects : the Totem Poles of Sitka National Historical Park / Andrew Patrick.  Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, Sitka National Historical Park, Anchorage, Alaska,  2002.  EP 4.2:OZ 7/11/2003

In 2002, the NPS commemorated the 100th anniversary of the beginning of what is now the Sitka National Historical Park totem pole collection.  This book pulls together photographs, written sources, interviews with present day carvers, and a select bibliography.  http://www.nps.gov/sitk/

In celebration of "Earth Day 2004" this month, these new government publications focus on this blue marble we occupy and the affects we have on each other.  Government Documents are located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.  Be sure and check out the Earth Day displays on the 2nd and 3rd floors - South!

Assessing Ground-Water Vulnerability to Contamination : Providing Scientifically Defensible Information for Decision Makers.  Dept. of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey,   2003.  I 19.4/2:1224

The increasing demands for safe drinking water and requirements to maintain healthy ecosystems are leading policy makers to ask complex social and scientific questions about how to assess and manage our water resources.  This document is also available online at: http://water.usgs.gov/pubs/circ/2002/circ1224/

Coastal Remote Sensing : Coastal Resource Manager’s Guide.  Dept. of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Coastal Services Center,   2003.  C 55.2:C 63/18

This provides introductory information about remote sensing and shows many of the ways this technology is being used to address coastal management issues.  It contains examples of coastal management projects which use remotely sensed data.

Ozone : Good Up High, Bad Nearby.  Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Air Quality Standards and Planning,  2003.  EP 4.2:OZ 7/11/2003

This pamphlet explains what the ozone is, how it affects people and our environment, and what affect human activities are having on it.  Also available online at: http://www.epa.gov/oar/oaqps/gooduphigh/ozone.pdf

"To Your Health" is the focus of these new government publications which includes one for promoting National Poison Prevention Week this month.  Government Documents are located on the 2nd floor, South of the University Library.  Come check us out!

Beyond Therapy : Biotechnology and the Pursuit of Happiness.  The President’s Council on Bioethics,  2003.  PR 43.8:B 52/T 34

New techniques and technologies can help prevent diseases from occurring in human embryos – they can also alter eye-color and IQs; they can diminish the effects of aging and also alter lifespans; they can help in treating mental illness and also permanently alter personalities by erasing memories of anti-social behaviors.  "Just because you can do a thing doesn't mean you should do it."  These aren’t issues to be faced in the misty future.  They are possibilities that have to be addressed today because the decisions will determine our future.

Improving the Chain of Recovery for Acute Stroke in Your Community : a National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Symposium : Task Force Reports.  Dept. of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health,  2003. HE 20.3502:ST 8/10

Grandparents aren’t the only people affected by strokes these days.  High school and college athletes have also experienced this potentially deadly medical condition.  Rapid and accurate medical response can make the difference between tragedy and triumph.  The Symposium reports presented here can help you become pro-active in making sure your community is ready when/if this unpredictable condition should occur.

Keeping Your Kids Drug-Free : a How-To Guide for Parents and Caregivers.  National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, Office of National Drug Control Policy,  [2003]  PREX 26.8:K 54/2003

If you care about the next generation, such as your own children, younger siblings, or even your own friends, this publication offers suggestions for sharing with them the importance of living, and staying, drug-free.

National Poison Prevention Week, March 21-27, 2004.  U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission,  2004.  Y 3.C76/3:12-2/2004

Questions and answers that can be used to prevent tragedy and educate the public about what to, and not to, do when poison is involved.

Pocket Guide : Minority Health Resources.  Dept. of Health and Human Services, Office of Public Health and Science, Office of Minority Health,  2003.  HE 20.8:M 66/2003

Telephone numbers, "snail mail", e-mail, and web addresses for agencies and organizations that can assist in helping members of minority groups to locate the help they need.

What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer.  Dept. of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute,  2003.  HE 20.3152:B 74/6/2003

Did you know that men can also develop breast cancer?  From present day detection and diagnosis, through current treatment and care, to the promise of on-going research, the information can be found in this easy-to-read publication.

"Go west young man!"  In recognition of the Bicentennial Commemoration of Lewis and Clark’s expedition in search of "The Northwest Passage" to India and the Spice Islands, you might enjoy perusing these documents (some old, some new) and a couple of .gov websites, as well.

This volume gives historical background information on the expedition and then examines each of the surviving sites related to the expedition with the intent of encouraging their preservation.

This full-color brochure includes information, pictures, drawings, sample diary entries, and a folded map on the expedition.

The document gives information on the planning of a National Park Service trail center in Nebraska that would interpret the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and orient visitors to the trail and related sites in Nebraska.

This color-illustrated pamphlet examines the involvement of the U.S. Army in the expedition.

The section on “The West” has some excellent information explaining the impetus for and results of the expedition.