Narconon Drug Rehab of Georgia Graduate Featured on Local News Nov 7, 2009
The Office of National Drug Control Policy has begun to spend its entire budget for media campaigns directed at parents - $14 million since 2008 - on the abuse of prescription and over the counter drug ... Over the Counter and is life threatening ... We can put a major dent in the abuse of medications by insisting in a similar way that our citizens and legislatures take heed of the dangers of medicine, whether it is prescribed or over the counter. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
WHO: H1N1 is now world's dominant flu virus Nov 6, 2009
Fukuda praised as "innovative" the decision by Norway to distribute antiviral medication over the counter for a limited period of time. The move can help take stress off the primary health system and allow patients to get the medicine more quickly, he said. (CNN -- Health)
House GOP health care reform plan Nov 6, 2009
In MOST cases if people would do the standard recommendation of drink plenty of fluids, rest, and take over the counter drugs to treat symptoms then within 5-7 days theyd be just fine. Now its cheap to go to the doctor now and everyone wants a pill to instantly fix every problem. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Telstra drops $2.20 billing fee Nov 5, 2009
20 administration fee for people paying their bills over the counter or by mail less than two months after it was introduced ... " Mr Thodey said Telstra was still trying to encourage customers to consider using electronic payments. "While others in our industry still charge for cash payments over the counter, Telstra 00004000 will now look for other ways to encourage customers to move to electronic payments, possibly including the introduction of optional electronic-only plans. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Thodey says Telstra will reject any unfair NBN deal Nov 4, 2009
20 administration fee for people paying their bills over the counter or by mail less than two months after it was introduced on September 14. We tried to impose this change without first listening to the people it would affect,'' Mr Thodey said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Norway To Offer OTC Swine Flu Drugs Nov 4, 2009
OSLO (November 3, 2009)--Norway is allowing over-the-counter sales of flu medicines Tamiflu and Relenza in response to the rapid spread of swine flu. Health Minister Anne-Grete Stroem-Erichsen said Tuesday that abolishing the need for prescriptions will allow Norway to "more easily handle" the pandemic. (KWTX.com, TX)
Should muni bonds be in portfolio? Nov 4, 2009
Also, munis are traded over the counter rather than on an exchange, so it can sometimes be difficult to get a price quote for your bond, not to mention a buyer. These liquidity issues may not matter to you, however, if you intend to hold your bond until maturity, collecting regular interest payments along the way and eventually receiving your principal back. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Alcohol Addiction And Abuse Nov 4, 2009
Additionally, most medication, either prescription or over the counter can have dangerous effects, or can even be deadly, when taken with alcohol. This is especially worrisome for people 65 or older who take two or more medications a day. (Suite101.com)
Fight for our assets: Telstra shareholders Nov 4, 2009
20 fee recently imposed for bill payments over the counter, admitting "I got it wrong.". doakes@theage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
"Webnosis" the Wave of the Future? Nov 3, 2009
you plan on going to Wally world and buy a cheap lab test over the counter. Then you'll get a cheap version of the drug online. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Millions die because of high malaria drug prices Nov 3, 2009
ACTs can cost up to $11 to patients buying over the counter, while older drugs to less effective drugs cost just $0. 30 cents. (MSNBC -- Health)
State expects new supply of Tamiflu for children Nov 1, 2009
Antiviral drugs such as Tamiflu are not sold over the counter. People exhibiting early signs of the flu should contact their doctors or health care providers for a prescription. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Repeat Subway restaurant robber sought Oct 31, 2009
Authorities say the suspect pulls up to the front of the Subway, goes inside, jumps over the counter and takes money from the cash register before leaving the store. The thief robbed the shop on September 22, October 4, and October 10. (KHOU.com, TX)
More of this story Oct 31, 2009
Part of the three-year federal investigation included one episode where a federal undercover officer was prescribed hydrocodone with guaifenesin cough medication that can be sold over the counter by Spear after a short telephone conversation, according to information earlier released by Kubo. Spear was first arrested by federal agents in June 2007. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Bray: Limiting Flexible Spending Accounts Is Not Effective Health Care Reform Oct 30, 2009
This change would mean, for example, that an allergy sufferer wishing to use FSA funds to cover nonprescription medication would be required to visit a doctor to get a prescription for a drug that could normally be purchased over the counter Forcing FSA account-holders to schedule otherwise unnecessary doctor visits hardly seems like an effective means of reducing health care expenses a stated goal of health care reform. In the coming weeks, both chambers of Congress will work to combine... (Roll Call)
Shot Fired In Lynnwood Bank Robbery Oct 30, 2009
The FBI said the man jumped over the counter and robbed a teller. The robber carried a shotgun, which was fired as he left the bank. (KIRO TV, WA)
Masked Man Robs East Windsor Bank, Police Say Oct 29, 2009
EAST WINDSOR - A masked man entered the Bank of America branch on Bridge Street Monday afternoon, jumped over the counter and took an undisclosed amount of money. The man didn't use a weapon he grabbed money from an open drawer and fled on foot, East Windsor Detective Chester Aseltine said. (FOX61, CT)
Q&A: Royal Mail dispute Oct 29, 2009
For a small fee, most bills can also be paid over the counter at branches of the Post Office. What alternative postal services are available. (BBC News -- UK)
Sheriff's office looking into bizarre suicide Oct 29, 2009
Deputies would not identify the material other than to say it is readily available over the counter. The body was transported to the Onondaga County Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Post Office sees decline in direct mail service Oct 29, 2009
AmericanPatriot1 wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:06 AM:There have been many times when I have been in both Coos Bay and North Bend's Post Offices and have wanted to come over the counter at one of those Condesending, arrogant individuals and beat one of them silly. It is amazing I never crossed a path with one of them when they were not working or out in some shopping center. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Rick Steves offers tips for healthy, happy travels Oct 29, 2009
They are usually friendly and speak English, and some medications that are by prescription only in the United States are available over the counter (surprisingly cheaply) in Europe. For more serious problems, ask about local clinics. (MSNBC -- Travel)
combating vicious vectors of disease Oct 28, 2009
It's available over the counter. Many doctors are wary about prescribing antibacterial agents because overuse can spur the rapid evolution of drug-resistant bugs. (Harper's Magazine)
GUEST COLUMN:The Truth About Pseudoephedrine and Methamphetamine Labs Oct 28, 2009
Several letters to the editor and blogs have criticized the new legislation curbing the sale of over the counter (OTC) cold medications containing PSE, in Washington and Union, Mo ... In 1976, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) warned the Food Administration (FDA) of the possibility of methamphetamine labs if PSE became an over the counter (OTC) product. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Quantum Group to leave AMEX Oct 28, 2009
said it will voluntarily delist its common stock from the AMEX market around Nov. 12 and join the Over the Counter Bulletin Board. The Wellington-based electronic medical records and health management company, which currently trades under the symbol QGP, received a warning that it was deficient for listing from AMEX in March because of its financial condition. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Teens' abuse of cough medications soaring Oct 28, 2009
"Unfortunately, the symptoms don't appear for 10 hours or more, and if you don't come into the emergency room in that time frame, you set yourself up for serious liver injury,'' Anderson said. The Coricidin pills also contain chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine that can cause seizures when an overdose is taken. Anderson and her colleagues combed through poison-control center reports from 1999 to 2004 and found 1,382 reports of DXM-related calls. Overall, the proportion of such calls received at... (Yahoo News -- Substance Use)
The Benefits of Yoga and How it Hel... Oct 27, 2009
For people who are looking to get away from over the counter drugs, Yoga offers an alternative with its' holistic approach to health. In addition, Yoga can be practiced by people of any religious denomination. (Suite101.com)
Oxygen beefs up board of directors Oct 27, 2009
The company s shares currently trade on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board. Most Read Stories. (Triangle Business Journal)
3 Supplements for Depression and An... Oct 27, 2009
Sometimes an obvious place to find treatment to cope with depression and anxiety are found over the counter. These three natural remedies have benefits for both ailments. (Suite101.com)
Cetip Shareholders Selling $509 Million Brazil Shares at Low End of Range Oct 27, 2009
Cetip provided custody services for 96 percent of private fixed-asset investments as of June, along with registrations for about 78 percent of derivatives traded over the counter, according to its preliminary prospectus. The company reported 60 percent growth in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization during the first six months of 2009 compared with the year-earlier period. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
Regulators close Bank of Elmwood Oct 25, 2009
Tri City Bank is owned by , which is publicly traded over the counter under the symbol (TRCY.PK). The bank had assets of $774. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Gregory Smith Oct 24, 2009
" Related Surveillance cameras recorded video of an armed man, alleged to be Smith , jumping over the counter at a check cashing store where Montez worked and pointing a gun at her Monday. Montez, fearing for her life, broke down, crying and praying. "I can't even explain the feeling of a gun," she said. "I remember looking at the silver gun, and the finger was on the trigger. I thought, 'This is it. (ABC News)
Stock markets down, bank stocks mixed Oct 24, 2009
48, but (Over The Counter: LCNB.OB) up 4. 7 percent to $11 per share, and (NYSE: PNC) up 3. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Cops: Man steals Oxycotin from store Oct 24, 2009
He allegedly passed a note to the clerk that stated: "Give me your 40 mg Oxycotin now or I will shoot you," then jumped over the counter, and shoved aside a second clerk who attempted to stop him, all while keeping one hand inside his coat. The suspect fled in a van, but was spotted by Officer Mike Neil, who chased him down Highway 65 at speeds between 70 and 90 mph. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Equine Health - Skin Conditions Oct 24, 2009
These can also be bought over the counter at any local tack shop, however a vet s opinion should be sought as this condition is extremely contagious. Treatment:The horse should be clipped, much as in the case for Ringworm, because Rain Rot dies in dry conditions when oxygen is present. (Suite101.com)
When The Smoke Clears Oct 24, 2009
Keith Morrison, Dateline NBC correspondent: Over, over the counter and actually stained the counter as it burned. Det. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Key Matchups: Army vs. Temple Oct 24, 2009
In the meanwhile, we are also learning that watching the Army offense may be the best substitute for over the counter sleep aids that exist. Right now, there is almost nothing more boring and sleep inducing than watching Army with the ball about the only excitement the offense generates these days is when somebody fumbles. (OwlInsider.com)
Q & A with Gerard Cody: What's the status of the town's flu vaccines? Oct 23, 2009
Over the counter pain relievers may help people with the flu feel more comfortable. Children and teens with the flu should never take aspirin, because a rare but serious disease called Reye syndrome can occur. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Over-the-Counter Steroids? Oct 22, 2009
Kelly Cobiella reports on a new study of anabolic steroids found in some over the counter supplements, and the side effects of these drugs including mood swings and male breast enlargement. Photo. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Keeper Kenny loses dope appeal Oct 22, 2009
Kenny, who won the last of his seven caps for the Republic in 2006, challenged the length of the ban but failed to have it reduced, even though officials accepted he wasnt trying to deliberately enhance his performance by taking an over the counter medicine for a chest complaint. In a statement issued to Sky Sports, Kenny said: I am devastated that an honest mistake on my part could cost me my career. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Hunters prepare for sunrise Sunday Oct 22, 2009
Licenses for antlerless whitetails will not be available to purchase over the counter this year, but if the weather cooperates, the buck harvest has the potential to be very good. Elk: Biologists have observed healthy elk numbers in the eastern half of the region. (Montana Standard, MT)
From Obama, Sanity on Marijuana Oct 22, 2009
For most of our history, drugs now considered horrendous were sold over the counter. Some individuals became addicted, but I suspect that the overall damage was a tiny fraction of the present federal policy. (Townhall.com)
Common Diseases in Aquarium Fish Oct 21, 2009
If caught early, ich is easily eradicated with over the counter medications available at your pet store. Most of these medications require the carbon to be removed, and the temperature to be raised in the aquarium. (Suite101.com)
King Co. Animal Control Stops Taking Owner-Surrendered Animals Oct 20, 2009
In 2008, 3,440 animals were surrendered by their owners over the counter at the two King County shelter locations. King County Animal Care and Control will still be able to serve the lost and stray pets that come to the shelter who do not already have an owner or a home. (KIRO TV, WA)
DOCTOR IS IN: Know your childs medicine Oct 20, 2009
Lisa Davis, Medication Safety Officer with Children s Healthcare of Atlanta notes that when your childs doctor prescribes medicine, including those sold over the counter, be sure you understand the medicine and how to give it before you leave the office. Ask your childs doctor, nurse or pharmacist to write down what you need to know, and read the label every time you give a medicine to your child to avoid mistakes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Microsoft brings in the new Oct 20, 2009
Of these four editions, all but Windows 7 Starter will be available to buy over the counter and install on your existing PC.. - If your PC is currently running Windows Vista Premium or above, you will qualify for a discounted ''upgrade'' Windows 7 package. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Over-the-counter ebooks Oct 19, 2009
AUSTRALIANS will be able to buy digital books over the counter from next year using technology designed for Australian book publishers. Chief executive officer of the Australian Publishers Association Maree McCaskill said the take-up of ebooks here had been hampered by cost and availability issues and the lack of a simple distribution system. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Shop robbed, owner killed Oct 18, 2009
"The robbers ordered everyone to lie down, while one of them jumped over the counter to access the till. They took about R2600 from customers and an undisclosed amount of cash from the cash box.". As they were leaving, they took leather jackets from the store and put them on. (iAfrica.com)
Area history: Trash disposal was different years ago Oct 16, 2009
There are also thousands of new over the counter and prescription drugs. Adding glass, paper, cardboard and plastics that should be recycled, it is no mystery why our landfills are becoming full. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Draft derivatives bill passes hurdle Oct 16, 2009
End-users such as an airline hedging against higher fuel prices would be allowed to continue using over the counter (OTC) derivatives in the bill, that was approved by the House financial services committee. That satisfies companies that have lobbied in recent months to be allowed to escape a requirement that many more OTC derivatives be. (FT.com -- Markets)
Smart Online raises $550K in debt sale Oct 15, 2009
Smart Online shares trade over the counter in the $1. 12 range, according to Yahoo Finance. (Triangle Business Journal)
Have you seen this robber? | VIDEO Oct 15, 2009
The man leaned over the counter and spoke to the cashier who then gave him money, officials said. The robber then fled in a silver, two-door Honda Civic. (Florida Today)
Police track cellphone bandit Oct 14, 2009
The man immediately jumped over the counter and attacked the employee, police said. The employee was forced into the back of the store, and the robber took several cell phones and an undisclosed amount of cash and fled out the back door, Cobb police spokesman Officer Joseph Hernandez said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Health In Numbers Oct 10, 2009
eIBD Investor's Business Daily Digital Edition. Access recent eIBD issues easily. (Investors Business Daily)
Neos Therapeutics raises $4.19 million Oct 9, 2009
Neos develops and manufactures both brand-name and generic drugs that are sold both by prescription and over the counter. Most Read Stories. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Apply to cut your own Christmas tree Oct 8, 2009
The Apache-Sitgreaves, Coconino, Kaibab and Prescott National Forests will also sell tags over the counter. The Forest Service asks that you observe the following general rules. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Cinema File: Great horror flick never even made it to theaters Oct 8, 2009
While I don't miss the endless nights of putting tapes back on the shelves and coming home smelling of cheap candy and popcorn, I have to admit I'm a bit jealous of the horror geek who gets to recommend this one over the counter this season. But just like cool little video stores, the truly scary movie sadly has become a dying breed as this decade of torture and "Twilight" draws nearer to a close. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Side Effects of Financial Reform Oct 8, 2009
Derivatives sold over the counter are tailored to a company's individual needs, while exchange-traded contracts are standardized. With custom contracts, corporations can lock in their prices through any date, say Dec. 12, 2010. (BusinessWeek)
Sales tax vote too close to call Oct 7, 2009
" Yes this was said at the meetings. Do you realize the tax is on Rent, Food, Telephone, Gas, Heating, Over the counter medicine, Services? If you use Food Stamps or WIC you will not pay sales tax. Per Ordiance "It is the sellers responsibility to pay the sales tax even if you did not collect it. " Have a yard sale, you owe sales tax. Just think of how many people the Borough will hire to collect this tax. Government grows and the cost will be passed onto the consumer. ". (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
There is still romance in music stores Oct 7, 2009
"Most people don't come in here for anything specific; it's the beauty of the journey,'' he says. ''It's like travelling; you don't necessarily know what you're going to get but you leave yourself open to the idea. That's what music is all about.'' Chances are Kulak is right. Defying the international trends and confident predictions that they would be gone within a matter of years, many Australian music stores are alive and even thriving. Title is about to open a North Coast store to add to its... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Read Labels, Talk To Doctors To Learn About Drugs And Side Effects Oct 3, 2009
" Find out, for example, how long it should take the drug to work and what to do if you skip a dose or take too much at one sitting. And, of course, ask your doctor about common potential side effects. But since some side effects may be rare, health-care professionals may fail to list all that could occur. "A lot of times doctors or pharmacists don't share all of the information with patients, because they don't want to scare them," said Patricia Darbishire, a clinical assistant professor of... (W-USA News, DC)
Report: Drugs More Lethal Than Car Crashes Oct 2, 2009
At the same time you can swallow fist fulls of drugs over the counter that will kill you. We cannot give all Americans health insurance but we can borrow almost $1 trillion dollars from communist CHINA to attack IRAQ. A country who did not attack the US.Like I said we have our priorities ass backward and we have become a nation of hypocrites. (CBS News)
Marathon Man fishes for quantity Sep 30, 2009
In his European events, Kolo might use expensive tackle, but for his record try he wanted generally inexpensive gear anyone could purchase over the counter. " I kinda took a Chevy Nova," he said. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Terror Suspect Zazi Pleads Not Guilty to Conspiracy Charges Sep 30, 2009
Zazi is accused of conspiring to use weapons of mass destruction in a suspected terror plot involving beauty supply chemicals he bought over the counter. Authorities believe it had the potential to be the worst terrorist attack in the U.S. since 9/11. (Fox News)
Route 3 bank robbed this morning Sep 26, 2009
The man then jumped over the counter and forced a teller to open the cash drawer, then placed the cash in a bag and ran from the building, police said. The suspect is described as a black male of unknown age, approximately 62 and 200 pounds. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Police arrest woman for robbing Uni-Mart Sep 26, 2009
Police said when the clerk opened the cash drawer, Frater reached over the counter and forcefully removed a small amount of money despite attempts by the clerk to stop her. Frater then left the scene without further incident in a white 1996 Acura Integra, police said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
