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Vol. 5, No. 8
December 4, 2006
December Features on FirstGov.gov
- Holiday Resources
- Volunteer Opportunities
- National Hand Washing Awareness Week, December 3-9
- Popular New Year’s Resolutions
 1. Holiday Resources
Visit FirstGov.gov’s Happy Holidays page for seasonal resources. Links include:
- Gift shops for museums, presidential libraries, historic sites, and other U.S. government sources
- Recipes and cooking instructions for holiday meals
- Domestic and international travel information
2. Volunteer Opportunities
 Volunteers are in high demand throughout the year, but the holiday season can provide special opportunities to serve. Find an abundance of volunteer possibilities on FirstGov.gov’s Public Service and Volunteerism page,
including links on:
- Blood donation
- Teaching
- Financial giving
3. National Hand Washing Awareness Week, December 3-9
Before flu season kicks into high gear, National Hand Washing Awareness Week reminds us that regular hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the transmission of disease. Visit FirstGov.gov’s link to the Centers for Disease Control to find out how this hygienic practice gained recognition during the 19th century.
4. Popular New Year’s Resolutions
 Have you made any resolutions for 2007? Some of the most popular resolutions include getting fit, saving money, quitting smoking, and reducing stress. For guidance on achieving these and other goals, visit FirstGov.gov’s Popular New Year’s Resolutions page.
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