Learn More: As Seen On NBC 7/39 August 2002
Check out the Web sites mentioned on air by NBC 7/39. Information is listed in chronological order, with the most recent links at the top. To find links from past months, check the bottom of this page.
AUGUST 2002
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- Prevnar And Pneumococcal Diseases
Prevnar helps to protect infants and toddlers from potentially serious invasive pneumococcal diseases, such as meningitis and bacteremia.
Thursday, August 29
- Ty Nelson
This up-and-coming local country music star appeared on NBC 7/39 News at 10 a.m. Find out more about his music at this Web site. - Fast Food Nutrition
Fast food is America's guilty pleasure. Find out which of your favorite foods are the best and worst for your health with our interactive nutrition calculator.
Monday, August 26
- Commuting Resources In San Diego County
If you want to get out of freeway gridlock but aren't sure what the alternaives are, this Web site is for you.
Saturday, August 24
- Totalmente Latina Tour
National tour that aims to empower Latina teen girls to build a healthy self-image. - Rancho Coastal Humane Society
A Cause for Your Paws Animal Walk, to benefit the society. - Cooking With The Cleavers
The brothers known around the world as the "Martin & Lewis" of the kitchen offer fun tailgating tips.
Friday, August 23
- Auction Of Assets From PinnFund Chief Financial Officer
The IRS Criminal Investigation announced the public auction of a valuable wine collection, gold coins, diamonds, watches, and other jewelry forfeited by former PinnFund USA, INC., CFO John Garitta. - Wrong-Way Crash Victim Family Fund
A fund has been set up for the family of a 9-year-old boy who was critically injured in a head-on collision that killed his father.
Thursday, August 22
- Transportation Security Administration Passenger Screener Openings
As part of the federal government's transition of passenger and baggage screening staff to federal employees, the Transportation Security Administration is now seeking to fill various passenger and baggage positions in San Diego.
Wednesday, August 21
- Stroller Strides
San Diego's most successful and unique fitness program for new moms, is hosting a charity event this weekend in celebration of its first birthday. Find out more about Stroller Strides and the anniversary party at this Web site. - Las Vegas
Shows, events, hotels and airline tickets -- get everything you need for a Vegas get-away at this commercial Web site.
Sunday, August 18
- riboflavin'
The smooth sounds of this San Diego band filled Horton Square. Now you can hear them in person at several concert locations around the city.
Saturday, August 16
- National Scrabble Championships
The best Scrabble players in the world will be in San Diego for this five day championship tournament. Get details about the competition and even watch the tournament results live online! - Navy SEAL Funraiser
They are some of America's military elite. Now the United Warrior Survivor Foundation is trying to help the families of Navy SEALS and other Special Opperations Units who have been injured or killed in action.
Tuesday, August 13
- San Diego Safe Communities
A site designed to inform people on pedestrian safety and provides statistics.
Monday, August 12
- Senior Prescription Savings Program
The Together Rx LLC and the Pharmacy Care Alliance have entered into a letter of intent to collaborate to reach millions of lower-income Medicare-eligible beneficiaries with information about drug savings available to them through the Together Rx(tm) Prescription Savings Program.
Sunday, August 11
- Here Is New York
Exhibit of September 11 photos that will be in San Diego starting Sept. 10.
- Kawasaki Disease
An illness affects thousands of kids each year, but few people know about it. What parents should look for to prevent Kawasaki Disease. - Impact
High quality prostate cancer treatment is offered to uninsured or under-insured Californian men. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among men. - The National Center for Missing And Exploited Children
The parent child safety handbook in English and Spanish that President Bush referred to when he announced new steps to help improve personal safety for the children of America Tuesday.
- Midlife Crisis Or Male Menopause?
Men may also experience "change of life" and have similar symptoms to those women have, along with sexual problems. - Weight And Birth Control Pills
Women who weigh more than most other women their same age may be more likely to accidentally become pregnant while they are taking oral contraceptive pills, according to a new report. - Kids And Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
It doesn't just strike adults. And, for kids, the effects can be even more devastating. Deborah Takahara examines the treatment and challenges of Kids and Chronic Fatigue.
Sunday, August 4
- Gunpowder Power
Fighting crime with chemistry. Nabbing a shooting suspect, right at the crime scene. Artie Ojeda shows you a new tool that allows police to do just that by tapping into Gunpowder Power.
Saturday, August 3
- Technogadgets
It is back-to-school time, and parents looking for the latest and greatest hi-tech toys can find them here. - Safer Police Chases
Reducing a road risk. Police chases. They kill hundreds of people a year. Virtual reality is helping teach officers to steer toward Safer Police Chases.
Friday, August 2
- Loyal Listeners
A good way to help kids achieve? Kids reading to dogs. It's a popular new approach to improve reading skills. But, are there real benefits? Rory Devine uncovers important answers about Loyal Listeners.
Thursday, Aug. 1
- Dimitri Diatchenko
Classical guitarist Dimitri Diatchenko performed on the NBC 7/39 News at 10. Find out where he is playing in San Diego. - Cool Cans
It's a cool new idea: a soda can that acts like a refrigerator, chilling itself in minutes. But, how well does it work?
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