(NAPSA)-Rising gas costs are everywhere-and car rental companies and taxis are charging for it. Before hopping in a car, be sure to check out your destination's public transportation; it's often very inexpensive. To see other tips, visit www.europassistance-usa.com.
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A company known for its convenient desserts is introducing a delicious pudding made with soy. The product, Kozy Shack Soy Pudding, comes in two flavors: chocolate and vanilla. It's certified organic, with no preservatives. Learn more at kozyyshack.com.
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Even people who don't have the bartending skills to mix a mojito can offer them to guests using T.G.I. Friday's Ready-to-Serve Flavored Mojitos. They include everything pre-mixed-even the rum-you just pour over ice and serve in a pitcher.
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Reducing suffering and death from cancer may only truly be possible if all Americans are able to visit their doctor for regular checkups, early-detection screening tests and prompt, quality cancer treatment, according to the American Cancer Society. Visit www.cancer.org for more information.
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Yard Machines, together with The Home Depot(r) are celebrating America's hardest working dads. The contest runs from April 17 until May 28, 2008. Submit an essay to www.homedepot.com/ sweepstakes or fill out an entry form at The Home Depot.
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The National Marrow Donor Program helps patients with leukemia, lymphoma and other life-threatening diseases find a marrow donor. For more information about the program and how you can save a life, visit www.marrow.org or call 1 (800) MARROW-2.
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There are five key parasites that pose a threat to your dog's health and some can transmit disease from pets to children. An easy, effective way to protect your pet is a monthly oral parasite preventive available through veterinary clinics. For more information, visit www. growingupwithpets.com.
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Few things make Mom happier than seeing her family smile, so make sure she never misses a happy snapshot with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W170 digital camera. Its smile shutter technology senses the moment and automatically takes a picture when your subject smiles.