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1. I am going to Dallas, Texas this weekend. My hay fever has been terrible lately. Am I going to have similar problems in Dallas? What is the Dallas pollen count?

2. My daughter has been sleepwalking for the past two weeks. I'm concerned about her safety.  What can I do to help prevent injuries while she is sleepwalking?

3. I developed a low-grade fever, headaches, and swollen lymph nodes. After a few questions by my doctor, he described my problems as "catscratch fever". Who are some of the individuals who might find this disease dangerous?

4. I'm so confused. What IS an HMO? How are claims processed?

5. What are some of the health policy issues being addressed by congress at this time? I'd like to see bill summaries and maybe the status. Who would I contact with questions? Try THOMAS.

6. I have a small infant and am very concerned about airbag safety. I'd like to know some guidelines which would make me feel more comfortable with this topic.

7. I have my passport and visa ready and I'm off next week on a month long trip throughout Brazil. What are the medical facilities like there? I understand the US State Department Travel Warnings will have this information.

8. I have heard about job openings listed on Internet. Someone told me the Medical / Health CareJobs Page, [nationjob.com/medical] might list jobs in my HealthCare field. What is one job that I might apply for and stay in Texas?

9. My grandmother is concerned about Texas Medicaid Reform?   Will she be eligible for Medicaid services under the 1115 waiver?

10. Genetic testing is creating many questions for the insurance companies. Use the following bibliography on this topic, GENETIC TESTING , [www.naic.org/products/libr/sub26.htm] to find two resources you may want to read.

11. My wife is 4 months pregnant with our first child. In celebration, we plan to travel to the Middle East. Is this recommended? What precautions and dangers might she find?

12. After work at the clinic, I'm going to kick back and go to a local movie. What's playing today after 5:00?
HINT: check MovieLink

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