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DID YOU KNOW?

(NAPSA)-A lot of Americans who need hearing aids are hoping Congress will listen to a campaign to spur passage of a federal tax credit of up to $500 per hearing aid for boomers, seniors, and parents of children with hearing loss. To help, the Better Hearing Institute has launched a new Web site, www.hearingaidtaxcredit.org.

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With so many choices, how do you know what vehicle will give you the coolest ride without emptying your pockets? The expert editors at Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com (www.kbb.com), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, named their 2008 Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 for any driver looking for a cool car on a budget.

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You might save energy and money by replacing an air conditioner that is more than 15 years old with a Dave Lennox Signature Collection XC21 Air Conditioner. It's Energy Star qualified and may reduce annual energy bills by hundreds of dollars. Visit Lennox.com.

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Some say mountain climbers used to chew the arnica plant for relief from aches and pains. Now, a new homeopathic cooling gel made from the plant has been created as a remedy for the relief of bruises and stiffness. Learn more at www.nelsons.net.

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A new product lets you use your favorite picture or image as postage. Called Pitney Bowes' Stamp Expressions(tm) Personal Postage, it provides seemingly endless possibilities to anyone looking to add a personal touch to letters and cards. For more info, visit stampexpressions.com/ personalpostage.

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Consumers beware: Not all nutritionists are created the same. To become "registered," you must pass an extensive examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, and earn professional education credits throughout your career to maintain registration. For more information, visit www.eatright.org.

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To find out what local services are available for older adults, you can call the Eldercare Locator at (800) 677-1116. This free service is the first step to finding resources that can help older persons live independently in their homes and communities for as long as possible.