[beagle3]

That's cool. Part of the reason I asked is that I haven't even disclosed my email, let alone name, on HN.

re:family - my family is (unfortunately) well aware of aware that this would be a scam, having spent too much time with health services. Also, the fact that I wasn't raised in the US puts me at a distinct advantage here :)

But your point is well taken: some intellius&friends, some social engineering, and you get what you want.