Well, not a solution how to fix it, but who ever hates these alerts can put their two cents in. I found this on another site, and I apologize that I can remember the person who posted its name. But go to this link and put in your complaints. Hopefully they will hear the cries!
http://www.wireless.att.com/meet_email?id=stan_sigman
http://www.wireless.att.com/meet_email?id=stan_sigman