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Swine Flu: Q and A

April 30, 2009 8:23 AM

The flu, generally, is a much more serious illness than most people appreciate. Even a "typical" flu season results in 36,000 American deaths each year, according to statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The situation with swine flu is rapidly evolving, but here are some answers to questions on the top issues.

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April 30, 2009 | Permalink

New York's MillionTreesNYC Project

April 30, 2009 7:58 AM

If New Yorkers happen to notice a large greenhouse roaming the streets, they should not be alarmed. It's all part of MillionTreesNYC, a program to beautify the city and help the environment by planting a million trees in the city over 10 years.

For more details on exactly how to plant your tree, check out the MillionTreesNYC resource center by clicking here.

You can also join a group to plant trees in your area. Check out the Arbor Day Web site for more information on joining groups and find out how you can organize your own tree planting.

April 30, 2009 | Permalink

New Car Roof Standards for Rollovers

April 30, 2009 7:44 AM

Each year in the United States, ten-thousand people die in rollover accidents. Today, the government is scheduled to issue a new roof strength standard for vehicles, but critics say the new rule does not go nearly far enough.

For more information on the People Safe in Rollovers Foundation, click here: www.peoplesafeinrollovers.org

To read more about Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's new roof strength rating system, click here:  www.iihs.org

April 30, 2009 | Permalink

Donate a Box of Mac and Cheese to Hungry

April 29, 2009 9:24 AM

"GMA" has collected 245,769 pounds of food for Feeding America, which distributes it to food pantries throughout the country. Kraft is donating 25,000 boxes of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese to Feeding America. You can help by going to www.sharealittlecomfort.com and donating a box of mac and cheese too.

April 29, 2009 | Permalink

Read: 'The 7 Day Energy Surge'

April 28, 2009 8:44 AM

In his new book, "The 7 Day Energy Surge," author and fitness expert Jim Karas exposes the bad habits that sabotage energy shows you how to increase your energy with some simple strategies.

Click here to read an excerpt from the book.

April 28, 2009 | Permalink

Grow Your Own Veggies, Save $

April 28, 2009 8:23 AM

Vegetable gardens are popping up across the country around homes of Americans looking for an economical way to eat healthy. While we were in Virginia today, we met up with William Moss to get some of his vegetable garden tips.

Click here for more information from William Moss's Web site.

April 28, 2009 | Permalink

New York's MillionTreesNYC Project

April 28, 2009 8:21 AM

This April is New York City's MillionTreesNYC Month. The goal? To plant one million trees in New York. The project includes a traveling greenhouse that will tour the city all month to spread the word about the environmental campaign.

Click here to check out the project and then here to see how you can get involved in your community.

April 28, 2009 | Permalink

New Ways to Track Your Teen Online

April 27, 2009 8:37 AM

A new free product from Symantec wants to help parents keep track of their kids online. OnlineFamily.Norton.com provides a free software program that streamlines the data from all your computers, so even nontechie parents can figure out if their kids are getting in trouble online.

Click here for the full story.

April 27, 2009 | Permalink

'GMA' At Your House in Michigan

April 27, 2009 8:34 AM

For the first installment of our special series "GMA" At Your House, Chris Cuomo surprised a family in Mount Pleasant, Mich. From job loss to battling cancer, Mount Pleasant resident Keisha Brown has received love and support from the entire community.

Click here for the full story.

April 27, 2009 | Permalink

Visit the Swine Flu Resource Center

April 27, 2009 8:32 AM

Have questions or concerns about the swine flu? Visit our resource page for all your swine flu needs including comprehensive reports, breaking news and expert advice for how best to protect yourself.

Click here for the full story.

April 27, 2009 | Permalink