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Bank of America is a leading financial partner, advisor and sponsor across
all major sports.
To draw further attention to the array of trash found along
California's freeways and highways, Caltrans today unveiled sculptures
made of litter that will be toured throughout the state. "By
following these tips, parents can help start their children on a lifetime of
good oral health."
Delta Dental Plan of Michigan, with its affiliates in Ohio and Indiana, is
the leading group dental benefits provider in the Midwest and paid out more
than $1.; Columbus and Cleveland , Ohio; and Indianapolis,
Ind.

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The Bank
of America Hometown Hopefuls program allows them to have peace of mind with
regard to their families ' Olympic experience," said USOC Chief Executive
Officer Jim Scherr. The company has supported every U.
Olympic Teams, and support an expansive nationwide sponsorship portfolio that
includes golf , football and motorsports.

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California Department of Transportation

The State of California , Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance and operation
of the California State Highway System, as well as that portion of the
Interstate Highway System within the state's boundaries. This is the best choice parents can make
to ensure a lifetime of good dental health.
When young children are exposed to sugary fluids such as milk , formula,
and juice over a prolonged period of time, they can develop baby bottle tooth
decay (BBTD). Jacobson offers additional tips for preventing BBTD:

* Encourage your child to drink from a cup.

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Bank of America Dedicates Hometown Hopefuls Family Center in Torino to 2006 U.S. Olympic Team and Their Families

The Family Center offers
many of the comforts of home including: complimentary lunch, dinner, snacks
and other refreshments; wide-screen televisions with closed-circuit coverage
of Olympic competition; information and concierge services; complimentary
tickets to an Olympic event for up to four family members; and an Internet
lounge provided by Lenovo(R) for athletes, family and friends who are eager to
stay connected with others back home in the United States.S. Olympic Team that competed in Barcelona,
Spain.

On the Eve of Earth Day Caltrans Sends Environmental Message: ''Don't Trash California''

"Litter poses a real threat to the health of our residents and the
vitality of our marine and wildlife," said Caltrans Director Will
Kempton."
Dr.3 billion in 2005 for dental care for over 5.1 million members. For additional information, visit http://www.

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S . Olympians, the program affords America's Olympic athletes a
place to interact and celebrate their success at the Games. The company
provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving more than 38
million consumer and small business relationships with more than 5,800 retail
banking offices, more than 16,700 ATMs and award-winning online banking with
more than 14 million active users. Every year Caltrans spends more than $40 million on litter
removal. If a
child must have a bottle to fall asleep, fill it with water rather than sugary
liquids or provide a clean pacifier .deltadentalmi.

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S. "In addition to providing a centralized location for the
families of U. As a world -class financial institution with a dedicated
Sports Finance and Advisory team, we help owners, leagues and franchises
address their full range of needs - from financing stadiums to redesigning
their capital structure. 1 SBA
lender to minority-owned small businesses. We found car
parts, furniture , boxes, bags and anything else you can imagine that
might be tossed from a car window," said artist Daphne Ruff. Jacobson, D.S.P.
* Watch for signs of tooth decay. with offices in Farmington
Hills and Grand Rapids, Mich.

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"Family support is an essential contributor to my athletic performance ,"
said U. Begin offering fluids in a cup
to children at age six months and have babies off bottles by the age of one
year.

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As a sports marketing leader, we are proud to be the
Official Bank of Baseball(TM) and an Official Sponsor of the 2006-2008 U. Prolonged Exposure to Fluid Can Cause Tooth Loss

OKEMOS, Mich.
"Research shows that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood
disease and can increase the risk of decay in erupting permanent teeth," says
Jed J.
* If necessary, give children alternatives to bottles at naptime . Check baby's mouth once a month for any
early signs of tooth decay, such as white streaks on the upper four front
teeth near the gum line.com.

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Olympic athletes and their family members have access to the Family
Center during the 17 days of Olympic competition.S. Olympic Team since, including the
Americans who will compete in the 2006 Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy
and the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. "I hope
my sculpture will make Californians think about the litter polluting
our state and reconsider their actions. For
additional information, please visit www.
* Visit the dentist early.

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Program Provides Team USA and Their Families With a Home Away From Home

TORINO, Italy, Bank of America, one of the world's
largest financial institutions and an official sponsor of the U. Located in the heart of
Torino, the Family Center recognizes the important role that families and
friends play in the life of an elite athlete, and provides them with a home
away from home during the Olympic Winter Games.----On the eve of
Earth Day, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
launched its statewide Don't Trash California Storm Water Public
Education Campaign, a $6.
"As we looked through the piles collected by Caltrans, it was
evident how careless motorists can be with their trash.DontTrashCalifornia. BBTD is a serious dental condition caused when sugary fluids
pool around children's teeth and become a breeding ground for bacteria.

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"Children need healthy teeth for chewing, speaking clearly, developing
self-esteem and spacing for their permanent teeth," says Dr.

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America is proud to recognize these athletes and their families, and we hope
that participation in the Hometown Hopefuls program adds to their enjoyment of
watching Team USA in their quest for an Olympic medal. Olympic Team, making it possible for the nation's best athletes to
represent the United States in world-class competition . The company serves clients in 150
countries and has relationships with 97 percent of the U.com

dot. Long time exposure leads to severe toothaches, abscessed teeth or
tooth loss.

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(Logo: http://www.bankofamerica.5 million statewide effort to reduce the
amount of pollutants (including litter) that enter the highway storm
drains and, ultimately , waterways. According to
Caltrans, the number one item found along California freeways is
cigarette butts., vice president, professional services,
and dental director at the affiliated Delta Dental Plans of Michigan, Ohio and
Indiana.

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Olympic
Team, today dedicated the Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls(TM) Family Center
to America's athletes competing at the 2006 Olympic Winter Games in Torino ,
Italy, and the loved ones who helped them get there.
"Knowing that Bank of America will be looking after the dozens of family
members and friends who have traveled to Torino to cheer us on is such a
comfort to me and my teammates as we pursue our Olympic dreams.S. Fortune 500
companies and 79 percent of the Global Fortune 500.
The Don't Trash California campaign is based on a successful
three-year pilot program completed in the Fresno Metropolitan Area in
2003." The
company's headquarters is located in Okemos, Mich.

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According to the American Academy of Pediatric
Dentistry , a child's first dental visit should take place when the first tooth
appears or by the child's first birthday.

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Litter on the highways and freeways can find its way into storm
drains and pollute waterways and the environment.gov

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"We are proud to support the athletes who will represent our country in
Olympic competition, and recognize the personal sacrifices their family and
friends have made to support and encourage that athlete 's Olympic dream," said
Cathy Bessant, global chief marketing officer for Bank of America."
Research indicates that litter comes from seven primary sources:
pedestrians, drivers, household garbage cans , commercial dumpsters,
construction sites, loading docks and uncovered trucks.

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Business Administration (SBA) lender in the United States and the No. Acid
produced by bacteria attacks tooth enamel and causes decay after repeated
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Bank of America's
involvement with the Olympic Movement dates back to 1992, when it first signed
on as an official sponsor of the U.S. Bank of America
Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

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During the 2006 Olympic Winter Games, Bank of America expects to provide
the following refreshments and services at the Hometown Hopefuls Family
Center:
- 11,900 bottles of soda
- 11,050 slices of Italian bread
- 7,650 bottles of water
- 5,950 servings of Tiramisu
- 5,100 cups of hot chocolate
- 5,100 Kleenex(R ) Facial Tissue pocket packs
- 4,250 glasses of Italian wine
- 3,825 pounds of seafood
- 3,179 pounds of pasta
- 2,040 pizzas
- 20 laptops provided by Lenovo(R)
The Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls program also offers the families and
friends of U.S.S. The Caltrans Don't Trash California campaign, running through
September 2006, is an education campaign aimed at raising the level of
awareness among Californians of the effects of littering. The campaign is in accordance with California Department of
Transportation's National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems
(NPDES) Permit requirements. Alone and in
partnership with Amtrak, Caltrans is also involved in the support of
intercity passenger rail service in California, and is a leader in
promoting the use of alternative modes of transportation.H. Jacobson.

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Other litter found on freeways includes food cartons,
Styrofoam cups, napkins, plastic utensils, food wrappers, matches,
soft drink bottles and cans, paper bags, tissues, plastic sheets,
film, boxes, clothes, newspapers, magazines, metal , foil, anti-freeze
and motor oil containers, grease, paint and paint thinners, tires, and
much more., February is National Children's
Dental Health Month and a good time to remind parents to avoid putting babies
and toddlers to bed with a bottle.
* Clean your baby's gum and tooth area. The certification
recognizes the call center as a "Certified Center of Excellence.

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Olympic athletes with access to exclusive discounted
accommodations, making their visit to Torino more affordable and, in some
cases, even possible.
"At an Olympic Games, athletes are focused on their performance .

Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions ,
serving individual consumers, small and middle market businesses and large
corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and
other financial and risk-management products and services. Bank of America is the No.S., M.
* Never give children a bottle filled with a soft drink.

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The
tri-state operation is ISO 9001 certified - an international standard of
excellence and quality - and its call center holds the prestigious
BenchmarkPortal Certification given in conjunction with the Center for
Customer-Driven Quality located at Purdue University.

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Through the Bank of America Hometown Hopefuls program, up to 215 qualified
U.S. Olympic Curler Cassie Johnson who helped dedicate the Family Center. Water flowing
through storm drains laden with litter can empty into streams and
creeks, and ultimately affect recreational areas such as lakes, rivers
and the ocean. This can make it difficult for young children to learn how to eat
properly, and can also cause dental problems in permanent teeth. Use a soft washcloth at least once
a day after the appearance of the first tooth to help wash away sugary fluids.

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Bank of America is widely recognized as a major corporate sponsor of the
U. Bay area
artists Claudia Chapline, Daphne Ruff and Tyrome Tripoli created the
pieces using actual trash collected by Caltrans along the freeways.ca. "By caring for a child's baby, or primary teeth, you are helping
their overall oral growth and development.

Exposing
children to soft drinks, which are filled with refined sugar, sets them up for
dental decay and chronic health problems like diabetes.