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INFOLIST - 90 CHURCH STREET - BOX 2517 - NY, NY 10008 ██████████████████████████ │ Version 3.0 ██ ██ │ Version 3.0 ██ HealthFreebies ██ │ ██ ██ │ ██ ██ │ ██████████████████████████ │ ───────────────────────────┘ Shareware version. Louis Puccio - President, Infolist. Author. Press P to print every page. Press Shift and Print Scrn key to print only one page. F3 key to change colors. Press 1 through 9 move the screen down automatically. Press ESC key to exit and go to main menu. Search for any word or phrase by pressing the S key. """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Thanks for selecting this shareware file! This listing has something for almost anyone interested in learning about health. 'HealthFreebies' is a valuable source of free information and promotional items related to health. This is not a novelty or gimmick item that is thrown away or used up. The resources offered here, knowledge gained and contacts made will continue to be helpful for years. This is one of the few shareware products that offers much more value in learning opportunity and material items than the price paid. Our registered version (described later in detail) is the largest centralized source of free health items (1300+) in the U.S. available on disk. Most other freebie listings contain items that require an S.A.S.E. envelope or 25 cents to $1.50. They usually don't provide toll free numbers and/or complete addresses so you may write and save the long distance charges. This is not true with HealthFreebies. There is never any charge to request any of our items. One thing which is very important to remember and is also the main purpose of HealthFreebies is its educational value. It should be used as a resource to the health industry and answers to general health problems. Although it's nice to have free material items, it's more valuable to learn about health problems and where to find the best information. All the organizations listed here have many other health resources in addition to free items. Some have a charge, however, they are reasonable. Services include referrals to physicians and other health professionals, consultations, helping form friendships with others with similar health problems, lists of books, hospitals, treatments centers, research reports, videos, tapes, and more. With their general packet of information is a complete list of how they can help and what they offer. For those of you that find this text familiar, I am also the author of CompuFreebies, my other shareware file. Some of the instructions here are the same as CompuFreebies as the concepts are similar. However, there are a few important differences so please read on. CompuFreebies is of a more technical nature and therefore more explanation was necessary. It also has excellent booklets available and as I feel that learning is very valuable I try to include as many booklets as possible in my shareware and registered versions. I was happy and also surprised to learn that there were even more health-related free publications available than computer-related. Computers are an expensive investment and learning about them is important, however learning about health is much more important and even crucial. For this reason I've included many publications here. What's so good about publications, you may ask? Often many innocent looking booklets and even scraps of paper hold answers and solutions for those willing to 'mine' their treasures. It may be one simple phone number that leads us to an expert or another organization that can help us. Often new worlds lie behind 7 digits of a phone number or 3 lines of an address. Countless times a chance call has led me to sources for many Freebies to include in my products. The main idea here is not to boast about my products but to stress how important it is to have a well-ordered source of information to serve as a starting point and foundation for our problem-solving journeys. Ordinarily when information is scattered about and inconvenient to work with it is frustrating to the average person. Not everyone is a professional researcher. HealthFreebies was designed for the average person with little time that wants quick answers to medical and health problems. █▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀███ █ █ █ THIS FILE IS NOT TO BE POSTED ON ANY BBS OR ONLINE SYSTEM. █ █ UPLOADING THIS FILE TO ANY BULLETIN BOARD SYSTEM IS A █ █ VIOLATION OF FEDERAL COPYRIGHT LAW. █ ██ █ ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀ """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Sysops, BBS owners, club Presidents and shareware dealers: See end of text for important info. To go there quickly search under the appropriate names: Sysops, BBS, Club Presidents and Shareware dealers. NOTE: You must write to me first before carrying this file in your catalog. Permission to carry file must be in writing. """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" """"""""""""""""""""""""""""" The last few pages of this file is a collection of jokes. """"""""""""""""""""""""""""" (c) COPYRIGHT 1993. LOUIS PUCCIO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This file, HEALTHFREEBIES 3.0, may be copied freely by anyone (EXCEPT onto electronic bulletin board systems) provided that no changes are made to this text file. Make as many copies as necessary. Author must be contacted before copies are made for distribution for sale. Price not to exceed $9.00 per copy. HOW IS THIS FILE ORGANIZED All companies offering free items are organized by health-related categories. In each category (alcohol, cancer, heart, etc.) you'll find an organization offering a free item, usually a booklet, free information, posters or referrals to experts. On the right are some bonus items that are not health-related. ABOUT DESCRIPTIONS USED HERE Descriptions used here are used as a general guide to the free item. The categories are self-explanatory and the titles of the free items will usually describe the contents very well. For example, "You and Your Heart" would typically cover the main problems associated with heart disease and how to prevent it. There is often too much information in a health booklet to describe it well enough with a few sentences. In addition, it's always better to obtain all the booklets in a category (if more than one is available here) and compare for yourself. A convenient listing such as this with toll free numbers provides individuals with a great opportunity to explore and come across a health solution. Some organizations with good health information may not take out an ad in magazines or newspapers, therefore you may never hear about them besides here. We have many unadvertised free health items listed, especially in the registered version. No purchase is required at any time from any organization. Take as much time as necessary to review the booklets and other material carefully. Only ask for what is really necessary as most things are expensive for them to produce, especially for mail and handling. WHY DO ORGANIZATION GIVE AWAY SO MUCH? With government organizations we have already paid for the free items with tax money. The government has access to excellent research and produces countless books and brochures on many subjects. Charities also raise millions to provide people with the latest health information. They all honestly do wish to help people and publications is one way they achieve this. HOW DID HEALTHFREEBIES COME ABOUT After looking through many health publications and guides I found that they either dealt with only one or two types of health/medical topics or were too general and did not go deeply into specific health/medical topics well enough. Very few are ordered by health topic or disease. Some have phone numbers to call (usually not toll free) but with no instructions on the best way to reach the right area. Others have addresses but no phone numbers. Many list organizations but not the services or items offered. I then set out to combine the best features of all these guides and fill the void by offering a broad range of health/medical topics along with specifics for each topic, organizing by health categories/diseases for easy access, always including phone numbers (if available), good instructions showing how to reach the right area and request information/items, and finally, written in plain language so anyone can understand. A WORD ABOUT FREE HOSPITAL CARE While researching HealthFreebies I came across some organizations that have set up hospitals in many cities of the U.S. that provide free health care, including major operations, for children. It's true! You do not have to join anything or pay for the services. You do not have to meet any guidelines or have a certain income. It's all privately funded. However, not every type of service is covered. Exactly where to go and how to contact them is explained in the registered version. I wanted to explain this in detail here before you've seen the catalog description of the registered version as it may sound too good to be true. AUTHOR AFFILIATION Author of this shareware file is not employed by any organizations listed here or in any other listing available from Infolist. Author has absolutely no interest or gain in promoting any particular company. All company and organization names, product names, booklet names, trademarks, etc. are property of the respective companies and organizations. * * * >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> <<<<<<<<<< BEFORE CALLING, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING >>>>>>>>>>> <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS You'll speak with the area most knowledgeable about the free item so obtaining them should be very easy. If an organization has a toll-free number it is listed here. If there is no toll-free number there is always an address included to request the item in writing. Almost always the first person that answers the phone will send the item. They are more than happy to send the item as they genuinely want to help and sending out information is one of the main activities of these organizations. If by chance someone appears not to recognize the title of the item you're requesting, ask to speak with the Public Information or Public Affairs dept. If anyone asks how you heard about their organization mention Infolist catalog. Usually, items will arrive very quickly. If not, after 15 days you can call again. To keep track, it's a good idea to note the date called and the date item was received. Also write down names of any contacts. Soon you'll have a listing of helpful people in the health industry. Everything on this list is currently available however, some free items don't last forever. But to make sure that an item is truly not available (if you've been told so) you can try the following: Call in about an hour and request the item again to make sure. Perhaps when you called the first time you may have reached someone who didn't feel like filling out a form or thought that the free offer expired or was new. If this happens, (it shouldn't happen but I mention it just in case) do not repeat what was said the first time. You can mention that you heard about them (or their item) from a magazine, a friend or you're unsure where, or anything else you can think of - you happened to jot down their phone number a while ago but forgot where you saw their name. Most of the organizations listed here are in the Eastern time zone and have 9 to 5pm hours. 12:30 to 1:00pm is the busiest time. SOME NEAT PHONE TRICKS. (Can be used in trying to reach any company or organization you will ever call - not just those listed here!) In choosing companies and organizations for this listing, I made sure that anyone calling would not have any inconveniences or aggravation. If I was placed on hold too long or transferred too many times, or for whatever reason the free item was not easily obtainable, I did not include them. But I thought I'd mention some telephone tactics which might be helpful for those who spend a lot of time on the phone. If no 800 # is listed for any organization try calling 800 555 1212, directory assistance, before dialing a long distance no. There might be a toll-free no. available. However, you needn't worry about this here as only a few companies listed here have no toll free number. In those cases addresses are included. If you ever need more than one 800 number at a time, write down the company names and ask toll free information for a few numbers at one time. Compuserve also has a free area in their system for finding toll free numbers for any company. Usually, you must have know the exact company name under which the company has listed their 800 number when trying to find a toll-free number. Some companies may not want the general public to use their 800 number to keep costs down so they do not provide it (or advertise it) unless someone asks. When calling any company long distance and you're paying for the call, as soon as someone answers, quickly ask if they have a toll free 800 number. If they do, you can quickly hang up and call right back. HOW TO AVOID BEING PLACED ON HOLD If placed on hold after dialing an 800 no. you might want to call again right away. After the 2nd time, or the 3rd or 4th!, you'll most likely not be placed on hold. You'll most likely reach another operator that's not so busy. Your time is too valuable to be placed on hold! Sometimes you may ask someone a question and they are taking much too long. If you hang up and call again, you may reach someone with more experience who will find the answer more quickly. If you reach a recording asking you to press a number on your touch tone phone, pressing '0' will often transfer you to the operator, even if the company's own recording does not mention this. When leaving a message on a voice mailbox by pressing '#' you'll usually hear some options. Often the company's own recording may not mention this. You can then save your message using the right number on your touch tone pad. Otherwise the message might be lost (not common but why take chances) if you just hang up. After saving you can then press 0 and be transferred to another area - all without having to redial and possibly be placed on hold. This should not happen when requesting any items here, however, I included it just in case. HOW TO KEEP PEOPLE FROM CALLING YOU BACK No one from any organization listed here will contact you again after requesting the item (unless they do so to providing some other service), however, sometimes you may request an item and a company asks for a phone number. You can say any of the following - I am in the field often and can't be reached, I can't accept calls at work in the day, I am not near a phone, I can only accept calls after ______(fill in the blank with a time you're away; lunch hour, after work, etc.) One person I know would give a fax number out. The person calling would think this number was given in error and not be annoyed. CONTACTING COMPANIES BY MAIL You can always write to request anything. Include the following in a letter: Your name, address, phone and name of free item(s) with catalog number (if available). Always include your phone number so they can verify the correct mailing address if necessary. If you really don't want to be called, mention that there is no phone at your location. Also, if you've called a few times and the item is unavailable, you can try writing as a last resort. However, I would recommend telephoning the company whenever possible. * * * //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// / If you know of a company that offers free items and would / / like to be listed in future updates please send a note with / / appropriate info. / //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// To print any of the following, move to the area you want to print. Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard. While holding the Shift key, press the Print Scrn key, on the upper right part of your keyboard. Do not press P now unless you would like all the pages of this document printed. """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" THE FOLLOWING LISTINGS MAY NOT BE ADDED TO OTHER 'FREE' TYPE LISTINGS FOR RESALE. """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Happiness is good health, and a bad memory. - Anonymous SORTED BY HEALTH CATEGORY: 51 categories total. If anyone asks how you heard about them *************************************************** mention Infolist catalog. ALCOHOL Name of organization......... NCADI Name of free item to ask for......PREVENTION OF ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUG USE IN CHILDREN - BK161 Phone no..........................800 729 6686 Description of free item..........Also for adolescents. 478 pgs. Covers (if necessary): mental disorders also. Above pattern is followed throughout this listing. ********************************************************** BONUS items appear on the left. ALLERGY Hay fever is also covered in this category. AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY UNDERSTANDING THE POLLEN AND MOLD SEASON 800 822 2762 *********************************************************** ALZHEIMER'S ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION IL ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DISORDERS (ED206Z) 800 621 0379. IN ILL. - 800 572 6037 *********************************************************** ARTHRITIS ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Remember - if EXERCISE AND YOUR ARTHRITIS - Catalog # 9704 anyone appears to 800 283 7800 be unfamiliar with Types of exercises and how to do them. the item you're requesting, ask to speak with Public ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Information or UNPROVEN REMEDIES - Catalog # 4240 Public Affairs. 800 283 7800 ARTHRITIS Note: Here are 2 videos which are NOT free, however, I included them here for those that may be interested. Because this is a common disease I felt this would be helpful. Call 800 283 7800 and ask for further information. IN CONTROL - Catalog # 9035. 70 minutes. Effective ways to manage arthritis. (Not free) LIVING WITH ARTHRITIS - Catalog # 9037. 60 minutes. How to cope with arthritis in a positive manner. (Not free) Almost all of the organizations listed here offer many health-related items for sale. ********************************************************* ASTHMA NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR IMMUNOLOGY COLORADO UNDERSTANDING ASTHMA BOOKLET 800 222 5864. Press 2, then 1. IN DENVER - 303 355 5864. ******************************************************** BACK Registered version METROPOLITAN LIFE has large section MEDICAL DEPT./HEALTH & SAFETY EDUCATION on care and prevention 1 MADISON AVE of back problems. NY, NY 10010 In addition to free items, PREVENTING BACKACHE there is also a large 212 578 2211 - Ask for Health & Safety Education Dept. text file loaded ****************************************************** with information about the back. Can be viewed from menu. BREAST NATIONAL CANCER INST. BREAST CANCER: UNDERSTANDING TREATMENT OPTIONS - 91-2675 800 422 6237. Press 2 - Publications. ******************************************************* CANCER NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE Registered version has DIET, NUTRITION AND 51 booklets on subject CANCER PREVENTION: THE GOOD NEWS - 87-2878 of cancer. 800 422 6237. Press 2 - Publications. NATIONAL CANCER INST. EATING HINTS: RECIPES & TIPS - 92-2079 800 422 6237. Press 2 - Publications. ******************************************************** Note: This category includes items of interest for parents which will help children, as well as items specifically for children such as coloring books, comics, etc. and booklets written mainly for children. CHILDREN BONUS item: Here is a good NCADI source for vitamins PREVENTION & RESOURCE GUIDE: CHILD ABUSE - MS448 and other health 800 729 6686. Press 3. Leave message. food items. Write for Listing of resources for professionals. Groups, their catalog. They organizations, research abstracts. 26 pgs. don't have a phone. ******************************************************** They have among the least expensive COSMETIC SAFETY prices for vitamins (and other health items) in the country. F.D.A. LEE NUTRITION ERASING WRINKLES: EASIER SAID THAN DONE 290 MAIN ST 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 CAMBRIDGE, MA If busy or cannot get through, can write to: 02142-1094 F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 ****************************************************** CYSTIC FIBROSIS CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION CYSTIC FIBROSIS: A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES 800 344 4823. Ask for Communications Dept. ****************************************************** DENTAL CARE Registered version has actual free books of over 400 pages on many METROPOLITAN LIFE health topics. MEDICAL DEPT./HEALTH & SAFETY EDUCATION 1 MADISON AVE NY, NY 10010 DENTAL CARE BOOKLET 212 578 2211 - Ask for Health & Safety Education Dept. ****************************************************** DIABETES JUVENILE DIABETES FOUNDATION DIET, EXERCISE AND DIABETES Brochure - No. 12 800 223 1138. ASK FOR PUBLIC INFO. DEPT. ****************************************************** DIET Note: This category covers weight loss and what is in our food and guides to nutrients. Also myths about various foods, supplements, health foods, etc. F.D.A. DIETARY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS Registered version 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170. has 36 booklets on Spanish version available. diets and how to lose If busy or cannot get through, can write to: weight. F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145, 850 THIRD AVE. BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593. AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION NUTRITIOUS NIBBLES: GUIDE FOR HEALTHY SNACKING 800 242 8721. Heart Information Dept. ************************************************* DOWN'S SYNDROME NATIONAL DOWN SYNDROME SOCIETY NY DOWN SYNDROME: MYTHS AND TRUTHS 800 221 4602. IN NY - 212 460 9330 ***************************************************** DRUG PREVENTION Registered version has NCADI 100 booklets on drugs A PARENT'S GUIDE TO DRUG PREVENTION and drug prevention. 800 729 6686. Press 3, leave message. Also free actual books of over 400 pages. NCADI EMPLOYER'S GUIDE TO DEALING WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE - PHD543 800 729 6686. press 3, leave message. NCADI GETTING IT TOGETHER: PROMOTING DRUG-FREE COMMUNITIES - PHD579 800 729 6686. Press 3, leave message. Shows how local communities can start drug prevention programs. NCADI LEARNING TO LIVE DRUG FREE: CURRICULUM MODEL 800 729 6686. Press 3, leave message. 52 Pgs. K through grade 12. For teachers/administrators. ************************************************************ DRUGS Note: This category is for help in learning about commonly prescribed and over the counter drugs and their safe use. F.D.A. WHEN MEDICATIONS DON'T MIX: PREVENTING DRUG INTERACTIONS 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 Spanish language available. If busy or cannot get through, write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145, 850 THIRD AVE., BONUS item: BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 ***************************************************** If you plan to visit the state of of Indiana call EPILEPSY 800 289 6646 and ask for their tourism guide. EPILEPSY FOUNDATION Will receive a MD book of 220 coupons SEIZURE RECOGNITION AND FIRST AID good for many 800 332 1000. IN MD. - 301 459 3700. places including ********************************************************** motels. EYES Note: This category covers any problems with the eyes and help for the blind and blindness prevention. CHOICE MAGAZINE LISTENING Registered version DEPT 15, 85 CHANNEL DR features a seperate PT WASHINGTON, NY 11050 program with helpful ASK FOR INFORMATION ON FREE TAPE PROGRAM information about 516 883 8280 eye care. Has sharp, Receive 8 hours of cassette tapes every colorful images of 2 months. They choose the topics. Tapes have eyes and actual actual books and magazines that have been exercises you can do recorded onto tape. They will show you how to help your vision. to get the free special tape player to listen to tapes. Also included are newspapers and literary journals. **************************************************************** FIRST AID Free health reports are included in the registered version. These reports are FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY the result of heavy research 500 C ST. S.W. and experiments. They cover WASHINGTON, DC 20472 the latest advances and discoveries IN TIME OF EMERGENCY - CITIZEN'S HANDBOOK in the health areas covered. Write to above address and request by In addition, there are also title. Covers what to do in all kinds statistical reports on areas of disasters, man-made or natural, of the country and groups such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, of people and their particular nuclear disasters, storms, tidal waves, health problems. fire, more. ******************************************* FOOD SAFETY F.D.A. WEIGHING THE FOOD SAFETY RISKS 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 ********************************************************* HEALTH INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA HEALTH INSURANCE GUIDE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES 800 635 1271 ***************************************************** BONUS item: HEARING The state of Louisiana tourism guide includes BETTER HEARING INSTITUTE recipes for YOUR GUIDE TO BETTER HEARING traditional foods 800 327 9355. 800 424 8576. from Louisiana. Ask for their tourism guide. Call: 800 334 8626 DIAL-A-HEARING SCREENING TEST PA HEARING TEST 800 222 3277. IN PA - 800 345 3277. Will give phone number in your area to call and take a hearing test over the phone. ******************************************************* HEART AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HOW TO MAKE YOUR HEART LAST A LIFETIME 800 242 8721 MAZOLA DEPT EHA-WD BOX 307 - COVENTRY, CT 06238 GET HEALTHY AMERICA Tips on lowering cholesterol. ******************************************************** HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE 800 242 8721 **************************************************** HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE HUNTINGTON'S DISEASE SOCIETY FACTS AT A GLANCE BROCHURE 800 345 4372 ************************************************** BONUS item: KIDNEY Planning to visit Toronto and Ontario in NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION Canada? Call 800 668 2746 COPING EFFECTIVELY: A GUIDE FOR PATIENTS AND FAMILIES or 416 314 0944 and ask 800 622 9010 for their tourism guide. *************************************************** Has a very good, large map of Ontario. If busy can also write to: LIVER ONTARIO TRAVEL QUEEN'S PARK AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA NJ M7A 2E5 LIVER DISEASES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT 800 223 0179 ******************************************************* LUNG NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR IMMUNOLOGY CO HEALTHY BREATHING 800 222 5864. Press 2, then 1. IN DENVER - 303 335 5864 ***************************************************** MAGAZINE VIDEO EXERCISE CATALOG Registered version DEPT ES, 5390 MAIN ST NE has 29 free sample MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55421 issues of health-related SAMPLE ISSUE magazines. Write to above address for 5 issue subscription to their magazine. Rates and describes exercise videos. MAGAZINE LIST, another of our listings, offers 166 free sample magazines AMERICAN HEALTH on many topics. SAMPLE ISSUE 800 444 5470 ************************************************** MATERNITY Note: This category items of interest to pregnant mothers and how to care for unborn and infants. F.D.A. THE PERPLEXITIES OF PREGNANCY 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 *************************************************** MISC AMERICAN TRAUMA SOCIETY BONUS item: MYTHS AND TRUTHS ABOUT BIKE SAFETY 800 556 7890 For a free sample issue of "RamPages", a magazine that covers the L.A. Rams AMERICAN TRAUMA SOCIETY Football team write to: EMERGENCIES AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM WESTON COMMUNICATIONS 800 556 7890 C/O VENTURE COMM. 60 MADISON AVE. NY, NY 10160-0981 Request by title. No calls. U.S. DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE D.C. MEAT AND POULTRY HOTLINE 800 535 4555. IN D.C. - 202 447 3333 Has dieticians and experts to discuss meat and poultry handling questions. Also cooking and other food preparation, storage. Includes eggs also. A.A.R.P. FULFILLMENT (EE0118) 1909 K ST NW WASH, DC 20049 WHEELCHAIR PRODUCT REPORT Describes brands, buying tips. Write to above address to request. U.S.D.A./FAS ROOM 5918-S WASH., DC 20250 DICTIONARY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE Terms about trade and definitions. 96 PGS. Write to above address and ask by title and include the words "from pg. 22, List #11." AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION EXERCISE DIARY 800 242 8721 Helps keep track of your exercise program and progress. SOFTDISK PUBLISHING 800 831 2694 SAMPLE ISSUE OF "ON DISK MONTHLY" You will receive a computer disk with 8 software programs including a fun game. These 8 programs vary and will receive one or more in the following categories: Educational, Utilities, Productivity, Graphics and Games. Easy to use and with complete instructions. Your first disk is yours to keep free with no obligation, however, you can subscribe to receive more disks each month. ****************************************************** PARKINSON'S AMERICAN PARKINSON'S DISEASE ASSOCIATION NY COPING WITH PARKINSON'S 800 223 2732 ******************************************** PET CARE For valuable information about cats. See menu F.D.A. selection, "All About Cats." A NUTRITION GUIDE FOR PET OWNERS 90 pages on care for your 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 cat. If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 Registered version has very large section on dogs and their GAINES KENNEL DIRECTORY care. 250 + pages of helpful BOX 8177 information. Can be viewed KANKAKEE, IL 60902 from the menu. WHERE TO BOARD, BUY AND TRAIN A DOG A large listing of kennels across the U.S. Indicates which breeds are handled at each kennel. ***************************************************** PLASTIC SURGERY AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEONS COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGERY 800 635 0635 ******************************************************* POISON F.D.A. AT HOME ANTIDOTES FOR POISONING EMERGENCIES 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 *********************************************************** Registered version has POSTERS 103 posters on many health. subjects including first aid wall charts, drug prevention, AIDS, cancer, general safety, more. Great for schools and NCADI places where strong messages LINDA RONSTADT POSTER - AV182 are needed. All in color 800 729 6686. Press 3 - Leave message. with catalog nos. and size. Many nice nature/people scenes. Shows Linda Rondstadt with quote, "Stay Smart! Don't Start! Just say no to alcohol and other drugs." Also with Spanish words. ************************************************************* SAMPLES This category lists companies that give LOCTITE away promotional items FAST ORANGE SAMPLE OFFER - PR DEPT and samples of their 4450 CRANWOOD PKWY - CLEVELAND, OH 44128 health products. Also FAST ORANGE HAND CLEANER non-health related Write to above address for sample of their hand samples listed in reg- cleaner. Has a nice orange scent. istered version. ******************************************************** SENIOR CITIZENS NCADI USING YOUR MEDICINES WISELY: GUIDE FOR ELDERLY - PHD500 800 729 6686. Press 3, leave message. ********************************************************* SEX TRANSMITTED (AIDS) Registered version has 119 booklets on sexually transmitted diseases, their CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL treatment and prevention. AIDS/HIV TREATMENT DIRECTORY 800 458 5231. Press 2. Published 4 times per years and is a guide to full range of approved and experimental treatments available for those with AIDS or HIV. Has an index of frequently used abbreviations, glossary of terms, and a diagram of the HIV life cycle. Has a ' listing of drug manufacturers, physician investigators, clinical trial centers, and National Inst. of Allergy Clinical Trial Group Centers. One copy is free. $11.00 value. Note: If above phone no. is busy or are on hold too long, can write to them at: CDC, 1600 CLIFTON RD. N.E. ATLANTA, GA 30333. Ask for book by above title. *************************************************************** SEX TRANSMITTED (NON-AIDS) AMERICAN SOCIAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION V.D. HOTLINE - GENL INFO/REFERRALS/CONSULTATIONS 800 227 8922 Info and hotline for Venereal Diseases. ************************************************* SKIN NATIONAL PSORIASIS FOUNDATION GENL INFO 800 248 0886 *************************************************** BONUS item: SLEEP DISORDERS For a sample issue of "Raiders Newspaper" which covers the L.A. F.D.A. Raiders football team WHY AREN'T YOU ASLEEP YET write to: 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 WESTON COMMUNICATIONS If busy or cannot get through, can write to: C/O VENTURE COMM. F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 60 MADISON AVE. 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 NY, NY 10160-0981 ************************************************** Request by title. No calls. SMOKING AMERICAN INSTITUTE FOR PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE CRUSH YOUR SMOKING HABIT 800 345 2476 NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE CLEARING THE AIR: A GUIDE TO QUITTING SMOKING - 92-1647 800 422 6237 ******************************************************* SPEECH AMERICAN SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND HEARING ASSOCIATION QUESTIONS ABOUT VOICE PROBLEMS (10115) 800 638 8255 ******************************************************* SPEECH/HEARING AMERICAN SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND HEARING ASSOCIATION RECOGNIZING COMMUNICATION DISORDERS (10104) 800 638 8255 ********************************************************* STOMACH F.D.A. ULCERS: SCREAMING OR SILENT, WATCH THEM WITH CARE 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 ********************************************************* STROKE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION FACTS ABOUT STROKE 800 242 8721 ******************************************************* T.B. CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL GUIDELINES FOR PREVENTING TRANSMISSION OF TUBERCULOSIS (D650) 800 458 5231 If phone is busy or kept on hold, write to them at CDC, 1600 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30333. Ask for booklet by above title. ********************************************************** VIDEOS NORDICK TRACK Registered version has FITNESS BIKE VIDEO 10 free health-related videos. 800 328 5888 Describes their bike exerciser. BACK TECHNOLOGIES BACK MACHINE VIDEO 800 433 5599 Describes their home exerciser. NORDICK TRACK FITNESS CHAIR VIDEO 800 328 5888 X 842k1 Describes their exercise machine. ERGOMAX ERGOMAX CHAIRS VIDEO 800 332 5635. Describes their office chairs designed for good support and comfort. (If you get an answering machine, leave name and address and title of video.) ********************************************** X-RAYS More bonus free items available in next pages. F.D.A. X-RAYS: GET THE PICTURE ON PROTECTION 800 456 3505 or 301 443 3170 If busy or cannot get through, can write to: F.D.A., NY DISTRICT OFFICE, HFR-NE145 850 THIRD AVE., BROOKLYN, NY 11232-1593 *********************************************** FOR EVEN MORE VIDEOS! """"""""""""""""""""" If you like videos you might consider Videolist, another of our products. It is organized in the same way as above but includes many more videos and companies - 200 free videos! Even the phone call is free. Many of these videos are not advertised and this is the only place you'll know about them. It's the largest centralized source of free videos in the U.S. Also shows how to receive videos describing top colleges throughout the U.S. Take a 'tour' of some of the best Universities at the comfort of your home. Please see order form and catalog for ordering info. We've had many orders with no complaints at all. Do not worry about receiving out of date phone numbers or companies. Everything is constantly updated! More videos are added as they become available so you may receive more than 200. ╔══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗ ║ ║ ║ ║ ║ REGISTRATION INFORMATION ║ ║ ║ ║ ║ ╚══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝ One concern of shareware users is, "Why should I register my file and what do I receive in return?" The primary concern of all shareware authors is that you, the shareware user, find our files useful and valuable. Just from contacting the companies here with little effort there is a lot that you can receive. You already are familiar with the wide variety of items and information available in this shareware version. But what exactly is in the registered version and why do I feel it is well worth the price of registration?" Following is some of what is available in the registered version and ALL free with NO 'catches' or obligation: o Listing of almost all every health organization and sources of health information in the U.S. o List of hospitals across the country that provide FREE health care for children including major operations o 1200 free booklets on almost every health topic including: o 100 booklets on Drugs and Drug prevention o 51 booklets on Cancer o 119 booklets on sex transmitted diseases including AIDS o 38 booklets on alcohol o All information and free items organized into 51 topics and categories o 103 health-related posters with many tips o Obtain almost every free item with a toll-free number o Some books are 500 pages o Catalog numbers included for easy ordering o Detailed research and statistical reports and health studies o 10 videos Note about experts: They will answer questions o Contacts for experts in many diseases from the public by phone. Contact them directly. o 29 free sample issues of magazines o A large section on dog health information - 400+ pages! o A seperate computer program for eye care. Includes colorful and detailed images of eyes and actual exercises to help improve eyesight o Large section on backache problems and prevention. Loaded with helpful information. Finally, one way to know for sure whether the $20.00 price for registration is really worth it to you is to do the following. For each of the items described above next to the small 'o' place a dollar value. What is each item worth to you? Simply go down the list and assign your own value to each item. Although this is a quick way to see what the registered version is actually worth to you - there is something that is not so easy to measure right now - the value of what you can learn over the years. That is something you will find out over time by using the registered version. I can guarantee you that you would have more than enough health-related information to keep you busy for quite a while. What about the phone numbers and addresses in the list? Are they accurate? Because the information is on a diskette it is easily updated. Many free item listings sold today are on paper. They are not easy to update. Also, many other "Freebie" listings require a stamped, self-addressed envelope, or 25 cents to $3.00 to obtain their 'free' items. With our listing all you need is a telephone, some time and a large mail box. HOW IS THE REGISTERED VERSION ORGANIZED The registered version is ordered exactly the same way as you see here in category order but with many more companies and organizations! There is NO other listing in the U.S. such as this available on diskette. Complete addresses and phone numbers of almost every major health organization in the U.S. is available. Each organization's free items (over 1300!) are listed. All can be contacted by phone or letter to request info or free items which they'll gladly send. Most have toll-free numbers. To print our catalog press ESC key and go to CATALOG section on menu. Can print catalog there - only 5 pages. Do not press P now, or you will print this entire 42 pages. ┌──────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ │ │ COMPLETE CATALOG OF INFOLIST PRODUCTS │ │ │ └──────────────────────────────────────────┘ NOTE: Feel free to order our paper listings for now while you decide whether to register this shareware file. Keep a copy of the Registration/Order form to register later. Paper listings are laser printed. """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" 1) HealthFreebies A listing of over 1300 free health-related items you can quickly receive from the top health organizations and associations in the U.S. Most have toll-free numbers. Everything is free and yours to keep with no obligation. All common health categories covered including list of hospitals across the U.S. that provide FREE health care for children including major operations. It's true - no catches! A large section on dog care - 400+ pages. Also receive samples of health products directly from companies. 1200 free booklets on almost every health topic including 100 booklets on drugs and drug prevention, 51 on cancer, 119 on sex transmitted diseases including AIDS and 38 on alcohol. All information and free items organized into 51 topics and categories. Catalog numbers included. Receive actual books of over 400 pages. Also detailed research reports, statistical reports and health studies. Contacts for experts in many diseases. Also receive 103 health-related posters, 10 videos, 29 free sample issues of magazines, large section on backache problems and prevention. Also a seperate computer program for eye care featuring colorful, detailed images of eyes and actual exercises to help improve eyesight. Largest source of free health-related items in the U.S. (Price - $20.00, includes postage in the U.S. and Canada. Overseas add $2.50 for airmail.) 5.25 HD, 360K or 3.5" IBM/DOS compatible diskettes. 2) CompuFreebies - REGISTERED VERSION. A listing of hundreds (over 1500!) free items you can quickly receive from 735 companies, most with toll-free numbers. Everything is free and yours to keep with no obligation. Organized into 52 different computer categories including actual software. Yes, many companies do give away free, working software to the public as a promotion. One company gives away $150.00 worth of clip art (computer images to be put into your documents)! No 'catches.' Get a free copy of Adobe Type Manager software $100.00 + value free. Get a complete, professionally written computer tutorial - 19 chapters (620K) of helpful computer information. Get 5 Adobe font families - Courier, GillSans, Perpetua, Symbol and Times New Roman. These are original Adobe fonts normally costing $80 or more. Also receive 15 families of TrueType fonts! All fonts are given away as part of a promotion. Get a free half-ream (250 sheets) of 8 1/2 x 11 white paper. A free quality camera from a major company when responding to their survey. However, you must know the proper instructions as detailed in 'CompuFreebies.' 385 helpful booklets on many computer (and some non-computer) topics. 102 seminars and 34 expos. Also shows how to get a computer listing of 1,000+ computer clubs across the U.S. - free. Largest source of free computer-related items in the U.S. There are also many free and helpful booklets, CD Roms, CD holders, game demo disks, posters (including posters from game companies), computer magazines, vinyl organizers, free membership BBS's, a free CD ROM with one hour of music, lots more! Shows exactly how to receive free tickets to large computer expos, trade shows and company seminars. All neatly organized with complete company addresses and phone numbers. Alphabetical listing of each company and their free items also included. Yet another listing of 735 computer companies with only company name and addresses to be used as a mailing list. Also a 'surprise' section with some photo-image files (see actual photos on your screen) and fun shareware programs. (Price - $20.00, includes postage in the U.S. and Canada. Overseas add $2.50 for airmail.) 5.25 HD, 360K or 3.5" IBM/DOS compatible diskettes. All companies can be called from any phone in the world. 3) VIDEOLIST. Contains names and phone nos., most toll free, of companies offering free computer-related (and some travel and tour-guide) videos. 200 videos!. Videos describe products, companies and also colleges. Receive free videos describing many Universities across the U.S. Get a 'tour' of top U.S. colleges at the comfort of your home. Call companies directly from listing. Everything totally free. Videos are used for promotion and advertising but you will also learn a lot about computers from them. One company sends, with their video, a $10.00 credit towards your next doctor's visit! NOTE: CompuFreebies registered version lists approx. 19 videos. (Price - $4.25, includes domestic postage. Add 50 cents for overseas airmail) Paper. 4) MAGAZINE LIST. A guide to obtaining 166 free sample issues of magazines and free subscriptions. Get every one with a simple toll free call. Yes, FREE subscriptions - even for a few magazines normally sold in stores. Free sample issues and subscriptions help increase revenue from advertisers and are encouraged. All toll-free phone numbers and descriptions. Contact them directly. All completely legal. Four categories: Computers, Business, General Interest and Health. Many first- rate, well-known magazines including the largest available. Includes all computer magazines with 'PC' in title. Windows, Macintosh, Networks, more. Many investment/financial newsletters. Same publications available on newsstands for $2.50 to $7.00 per issue (more for investment newsletters.) Absolutely no cost to you. Under NO obligation to subscribe. Very easy to request, simple directions. (Price - $4.95, includes postage). Paper. Note: The main difference between this MAGAZINE LIST and the SUBSCRIPTION LIST (see below) is that the SUBSCRIPTION LIST has only computer-related magazines. MAGAZINE LIST has computer and non-computer related magazines. The magazine titles are totally different in both lists. 5) NY HOTELIST. A guide listing 20 of the least expensive and best quality hotels in New York City. All hotels are in safe areas. As a long time NYC resident I know each area and only considered hotels in the safest areas. Lists hotel names, addresses, phone numbers, rates. Hotels in NYC are usually expensive - however, rates listed here are $65 to $130. One hotel has a view of Central Park. (Price - $3.00, includes postage). Paper. Add 50 cents for overseas airmail. Hotels can be called from any phone in the world. 6) PHONELIST. The services described here (totally legal!) have no surcharge when using their calling card. Normally the surcharge is 50 - 90 cents. Make telephone calls without using coins or paying for surcharges from hotels or other places that usually charge extra for calls made from their phones. Never worry about change for a call. Used daily by many businesses, now available for individuals. Receive a coupon for 30 minutes - $4.50 - towards your long distance phone bill. Special plan detailed here also offers 30 minutes each month. NO catches, no hidden charges, no fees, so special times to make calls. Also - learn how to save 15% on all your international calls - no minimums, no fees, no special hours. (Price $4.00, includes postage) Paper. Add 50 cents for overseas airmail. Can only be used in U.S. However, if travelling here will be useful. 7) ON LINE GUIDE. Describes exactly how to get Compuserve and Prodigy membership/startup kits for free - without paying $30.00 to $49.99! Totally legal sources - the companies do not mind at all as they gain more members. Shows exactly how to become a member, using your computer and modem, of the 6 major national on-line services - Compuserve, Prodigy, Genie, America On Line, Delphi and BIX. Complete instructions, 800 numbers for customer service, best times to call, complete rates, some inside information, more. All in easy to read 5 page guide. Information not available anywhere else all together in one place. (Price $4.00, includes postage). Paper. Overseas customers: Check locally for sign on procedures. 8) SUMMONS GUIDE. Guaranteed to save you money on parking and speeding fines. Using these methods you will avoid paying at least one future parking summons that you ordinarily would have paid. Everything legal! Shows exactly what to look for on a parking or speeding ticket to reduce the fine or void it completely. What to write in a letter and suggestions on what to say in court. Valid in all 50 states. (Price - $3.75, includes postage). Paper. 9) SUBSCRIPTION LIST See MAGAZINES section on main menu for list of 63 magazines offering free LIFETIME subscriptions. Never pay them anything. Receive special subscription forms from us - $1.00 per magazine. Many excellent computer- related magazines and trade journals. Includes reviews, tips, helpful articles, news, latest in technology, commentary, sources for best prices for computer equipment, more! Note: The main difference between the MAGAZINE LIST and the SUBSCRIPTION LIST is that the SUBSCRIPTION LIST has only computer-related magazines. MAGAZINE LIST has computer and non-computer related magazines. The magazine titles are totally different in both lists. 10) PHOTO IMAGES These hi-quality images are available in 2 parts. PART 1 - a collection of adorable animals with some nature scenes, a breathtaking view from a plane, the Golden Gate bridge, the full moon and Bugs Bunny. Each image is an actual color photo with sharp detail. No special program needed to view these images. 14 photos total. $7.00. PART 2 - a collection of 21 very pretty bikini-clad ladies. Hot bathing suits but no nudity. All very sharp, colorful, hi-quality in various interesting settings and poses both outdoor and indoor. No special program needed to view images. $9.00. Order parts 1 and 2, $14.00. For both parts - receive two 3.5"/5.25" hi density or four 3.5" lo-density disks. 360 K not available. For those with a GIF viewer, GIF images can be sent instead of self-running version. View each photo from a colorful menu, parts 1 and 2. * * * Specialized listings can be made. For example, reliable and inexpensive sources for computer (or other merchandise) equipment, supplies, etc. Let us know your requests/needs. Please write/send email if any questions at all. Thanks. Hundreds of satisfied customers have ordered our registered version and other products. Not one complaint! BONUS item: For a copy of "Big Blue Review", a magazine that covers the L.A. Dodgers baseball team write to: WESTON COMMUNICATIONS, C/O VENTURE COMM., 60 MADISON AVE., NY, NY 10160-0981. No calls. One more bonus item left. COMMENT FORM - WHAT DID YOU THINK OF THIS FILE? You would really be helping us if you could print out our comment form and send it in (or send in your comments on your own paper). Your comments and ideas will help us serve you better and make our products more useful. If it can be made better perhaps we can then charge more! (only kidding). To view and print the comment form, go to the main menu and select REGISTRATION & COMMENT FORM. Hit the ESC key to return to the menu. Orders shipped within 48 hours. NOTE: Author of this file is not employed by or associated in any way with any of the companies mentioned here. All product names are the property of the respective companies. (c) COPYRIGHT 1993. LOUIS PUCCIO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This file, HEALTHFREEBIES 3.0, may be copied freely by anyone (EXCEPT onto electronic bulletin board systems) provided that no changes are made to this text file. Make as many copies as necessary. Author must be contacted before copies are made for distribution for sale. Price not to exceed $9.00 per copy. TO PRINT REGISTRATION FORM: """"""""""""""""""""""""""" Hit the ESC key and go to the menu selection - REGISTRATION & COMMENT FORM. Do not hit P here right now, or you will print this entire document of 36 pages. A copy of the registration form is provided here for your convenience to review. Feel free to order any of our paper listings for now while you decide about registering. BONUS item: Write to the following address: CONSUMER INFORMATION CENTER HANDBOOK PUEBLO, CO 81009 And request the CONSUMERS RESOURCE HANDBOOK 94 page book shows you how to be a smart consumer and avoid ripoffs. Get the most value for your money and lists places to contact for help with problems. Registration/Order form next page REGISTRATION/ORDER FORM Name..................................Years computer experience........ General area of work?.................... Address...............................................Date shareware disk rec'd?........ Important! Where did you get this shareware file?...................................... 1) HEALTHFREEBIES - (Registered version)............Copies:___x $20.00 = ______ (1300+ free items, free health care, samples, posters, magazines, etc.) 2) COMPUFREEBIES - (Registered version).............Copies:___x $20.00 = ______ (1500+ free items, actual software, game demos, Adobe Type Manager, etc.) 5.25" Hi-dens.:___ 5.25" Lo-dens.360k:___ 3.5" Hi-dens.:___ 3.5" Lo-dens.:___ Free postage up to 2 items. If total items = 3 or 4, add 75 cents postage. 5 or more, add 30 cents per copy. Outside U.S. and Canada, add $2.50 for 1 or 2 copies. Postage = _______ ALL BELOW ARE SENT ON PAPER (Feel free to order any of the following now while you decide whether you wish to register.) 3) VIDEOLIST........200 free videos...........Copies:____x $4.25 = _______ 4) PHONELIST...Avoid calling card fees........Copies:____x $4.00 = _______ 5) NY HOTELIST..Inexpensive,quality hotels)...Copies:____x $3.00 = _______ 6) ON LINE GUIDE..Avoid $25-$30 startup fees..Copies:____x $4.00 = _______ 7) SUMMONS GUIDE..(Avoid payment - legally)...Copies:____x $3.75 = _______ 8) MAGAZINE LIST.....(166 free magazines).....Copies:____x $4.95 = _______ - PART 1 = $7.00. GIF version? 3.5"? 5.25?" 9) PHOTO IMAGES - PART 2 = $9.00. Y N hi lo hi = _______ - Parts 2 & 3 = $14.00. TOTAL COPIES:____ Postage:_______ LISTS 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8: Important! If Total copies = 3, add 60 cents postage. (Please tell us where you If Total copies = 4+, add 80 cents postage. received this shareware file. outside U.S. & Canada add 50 cents postage per copy. Write company name (code 214-3) below or at top. Obtained from: """"""""""""" ------------------- TOTAL:_______ Please send personal check (US funds), postal money order, made payable to Louis Puccio or Infolist. All checks must be from American bank. 10) SUBSCRIPTION.....Receive 63 free lifetime subscriptions. MAIL TO: LIST On lines below, write down the code nos. of INFOLIST the magazines you want. See main menu - LOUIS PUCCIO (MAGAZINES) for list. ...................... 90 CHURCH ST. .......................................... BOX 2517 .......................................... NY, NY 10008 .......................................... Note: If you like, cut out this .......................................... address and place on your envelope. .......................................... Or, copy EXACTLY as it appears here........................................... HOW MANY SUBSCRIPTIONS ORDERED?_____ X $1.00 = _____ GRAND TOTAL========== ........................................................................ :[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]: ::::'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''':::: :[]: SHAREWARE CONCEPT :[]: ::::................................................................:::: :[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]: ::::'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''':::: :::: :::: :[]: We hope that you have enjoyed this shareware product. Please :[]: :::: Support the shareware concept and send in the registration fee :::: :[]: if you have found this file useful. Shareware is perhaps the :[]: :::: only software sold on a 'try before you buy' basis. This means :::: :[]: that developing all the many inexpensive programs available :[]: :::: depends upon individuals registering what they've found useful.:::: :::: :::: ::::................................................................:::: :[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]::[]: '''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' Comments, ideas, suggestions, etc. - please send email or write on a separate paper. Or use our comment form. We appreciate your thoughts and comments about this shareware product. EMAIL ADDRESSES ╔═════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗ ║ Genie: L.Puccio Internet: Lou@mindvox.phantom.com ║ ║ ║ ║ Compuserve: 71051,3236 A O L(PC Link): Bdybilder ║ ╚═════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝ Compuserve and MCI Mail users can send email to the Internet address above. There may be other systems which can also do this. Call customer service for instructions on sending to outside systems. Mail address: ╔══════════════╗ ║ INFOLIST ║ ║ LOUIS PUCCIO ║ ║ 90 CHURCH ST.║ ║ BOX 2517 ║ ║ NY, NY 10008 ║ ╚══════════════╝ Sysops, BBS owners, club Presidents and anyone who would like to upload or copy this file: """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" The file you have now is NOT for posting on BBS's as it would be impossible to update this file later. I can send a special version for your needs, for example, to be used as a menu selection. Some BBS's have done this. Please erase any earlier versions named FREEBIES.ZIP. if you happen to have it on your BBS. Anyone may make a copy of this shareware file you have now for club members, friends, co-workers etc. Please send a note (or use e-mail addresses below) with the name, phone and description of your organization. (To all sysops, club presidents: Feel free to sign me up for a free life membership!.....No? 20 years then? (Only kidding.) SHAREWARE COMPANY OWNERS/REVIEWERS: """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Must contact me first before including this file in your catalog. This is so I can send updates and know who carries my disk. Feel free to send your catalog, if you like. Better yet, send some free disks!..... Only kidding! Please do not alter this text in any way! """"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" Thanks! ┌───────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ Please use comment form (or your own paper) │ │ for any comments. We appreciate your thoughts and │ │ comments about this shareware version. │ └───────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ ╔══════════════════════════════════════════╗ ║ ║ ║ !!!! SUPPORT THE SHAREWARE CONCEPT !!!! ║ ║ ║ ║ All the many shareware files available ║ ║ have come about through hard work and ║ ║ depend mainly on contributions from ║ ║ users. It's a great system as there are ║ ║ no heavy advertising or other costs as ║ ║ with store-bought shareware. These ║ ║ savings are passed on to you. ║ ║ But to continue offering these ║ ║ inexpensive products, shareware authors ║ ║ rely on people to register if they have ║ ║ found the file useful. ║ ╚══════════════════════════════════════════╝ SHAREWARE LAUGHS Here are some jokes and funny stories I've collected over the last few years. Guaranteed for at least a smile! True story - author unknown: A friend of my mother's went to Ohare Airport to pick up her son who was returning from school. Well, she got to the airport early, and having skipped lunch she was hungry so she stopped at one of those snack bars in the airport near the gates. She bought a package of 4 cookies and a cup of coffee. She walked over to one of those "stand-up" tables and opened the cookies. Well, she took out a cookie and started eating it. As she did this a man who was also at the table took one of the cookies and began eating it. Well, she gave this man an awful stare (kind of like "well who do you think you are ") and continued eating her first cookie and drinking her coffee. Then she took another cookie (after all she didn't was this strange man eating *all* of them and she did skip her lunch). Well, as she finished her cookie the man at the table gingerly took the last cookie and broke it in half leaving half of it on the wrapper. At this point (remember, no words have been exchanged between the two of them) the woman decides to get out of there before this strange man does something else. So she goes to the gate where her son is supposed to be coming in. She opened her purse to check the schedule and what did she find ...... her package of cookies ... she had put her cookies in her purse and unknowingly was eating the man's cookies !!!!! HOW EMBARRASSING A statistician refuses to fly after reading the alarmingly high probability that there will be a bomb on any given plane. Later he finds that the probability of there being two bombs on any given flight is very low. Now whenever he flies, he always carries one bomb with him. A friend of mine was a frequent user of a pay telephone at a popular truck stop, and was greatly inconvenienced when the phone went out of commission. Repeated requests for repair brought only promises. After several days the phone company was again contacted and told that there was no longer a rush. The phone was now working fine--except that all money was being returned upon completion of each call. A repairman arrived within the hour !! Q. What's the difference between a teacher and a train? A. The teacher sez "Get that gum out of your mouth", where as the train sez "Chew, Chew ". If Izod bought Fruit-of-the-Loom, would they make Crocodile Undees? Author unknown: Some time ago, I was taking a ground school class for private pilots. During the sessions on weather, the instructor wanted to discuss the concept of sublimation - the act of going from a gas to a solid skipping the intermediate stage(s). e.g., frost - water vapor in the air becoming a solid on surfaces without first going through the liquid stage. Wanting to see if the class had understood the concept, the instructor asked if anyone could provide an example of something that went straight from a solid to a gas (expecting "dry ice" as the answer), a previously unknown section of my mind took control of my mouth and immediately emitted the word "burrito." It took the instructor about 10 minutes to regain an academic composure. Some slogans written on t-shirts: Age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill. We are the people our parents warned us about. I'm not playing hard to get, I am hard to get. Lead me not into temptation, I can find it myself. What's a nice person like me doing in a place like this? I'd like to help you out. Which way did you come in? If you're looking for me I just left. It's not whether you win or lose but how you look playing the game. I'm really enjoying not talking to you. Let's not talk again real soon, OK? I'm not prejudiced. I hate everyone equally. I used to be lost in the shuffle, now I just shuffle along with the lost. Love your enemies. It'll make 'em crazy. I refuse to have a battle of wits with an unarmed person. Sorry but my karma just ran over your dogma. If I follow you home would you keep me? Why be difficult when with just a little effort you can be impossible? It's been real and it's been fun, but it hasn't been real fun. Be different, act normal. If you keep an open mind people will throw a lot of garbage in it. Reality is for people who lack imagination. Have another day. I don't know, I don't care and it doesn't make any difference. Hard work may not kill me, but why take chances. Work fascinates me. I could sit and watch it for hours. It's not my week to care. I've heard that money can't buy happiness, but I'd like to find out for myself. There is no excuse for laziness, but I'm working on it. Mama told me there'd be years like these. General wit: I can lift an Elephant with just one hand. But, where can I find an Elephant with just one hand? "Have you ever been in a Zoo? I mean...as a spectator?" If George Washington were alive, today he would be famous for his unbelievable age! Yesterday a cute gal knock on my door for half an hour. But I didn't let her out of my room. He doesn't make the same mistake twice. He always find a new one. There are some good features in your conversation: pauses and endings. A hard-luck actor who appeared in one coloossal disaster after another finally got a break, a broken leg to be exact. Someone pointed out that it's the first time the poor fellow's been in the same cast for more than a week. To err is human, to forgive divine To err is human, to purr feline. To err is human, to quit, resign. To err is human, to howl about it, lupine. To err is human, to admit it, asinine. To err is human, to moo bovine. "There's only one thing about the Presidential race that worries me....someone has to win. " Why do tigers live in the jungle? They hate city traffic. Where do polar bears vote? The North Poll. Why did the golfer wear two pairs of shoes? In case he got a hole in one. What did one wall say to the other? I'll meet you at the corner. When is the moon the heaviest? When it is full. How do you keep a skunk from smelling? Hold his nose. What should you do every morning? Wake up. What's yellow and always points north? A magnetic banana. What's the difference between a bear and an ant? About 2,000 pounds. What's better than a talking dog? A spelling bee. What's the difference between a nickel and a dime? Five cents. What kind of dog tells time? A watch dog. What do you give a seasick elephant? Lots of room. * * * (c) COPYRIGHT 1993. LOUIS PUCCIO. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 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