In a message dated 6/23/98 10:33:59 AM Central Daylight Time, [log in to unmask] writes: << >This is an expensive disease, costing 13.6 million dollars a day (direct >taxpayer costs--more in total economic costs). Bill, this could be an excellent talking point if it is adequately backed up. Can it be documented from government figures? Or is it just 1/365 of $5 billion? Art >> In a message dated 6/23/98 10:33:59 AM Central Daylight Time, [log in to unmask] writes: << Or is it just 1/365 of $5 billion? >> Art, This may be the second time around for this. My puter froze and I had to resort to the "Off" button for it to talk to me once again. However if the source of the 5 billion is known, then divifding by 365 should be equally valid . Right? Regards, WHH