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Refunds for Benefytt customers who paid for health plans and …

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Here’s where to get FREE COVID tests Consumer Advice

WEBTo steer clear of scams, know that there are four ways to get FREE at-home tests: Visit COVID.gov/tests to order four free rapid tests per residential household. Or …

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Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours

WEBStarting November 20, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. If you didn’t …

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It’s official: Get free COVID test kits at COVIDtests.gov

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Common Health Scams Consumer Advice

WEBThis is especially true for weight loss, sexual enhancement, and bodybuilding “supplements.”. People who’ve taken these dangerous products have suffered serious …

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Sham charity turns the Big C into a Big Con. Here’s what to know …

WEBThe pleas pulled at heartstrings — donate now to help women struggling with breast cancer pay their rent or their utilities — and generous people responded. In …

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How to spot and avoid common health scams Consumer Advice

WEBKnow that the government wouldn’t hide proven remedies from you. If an ad offers a treatment that the seller claims the government or pharmaceutical industry …

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Think you know what the top scam of 2023 was

WEBHere are other takeaways for 2023: Imposter scams. Imposter scams remained the top fraud category, with reported losses of $2.7 billion. These scams …

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Does your health app protect your sensitive info

WEBNew health apps are popping up every day, promising to help you track your health conditions, count your calories, manage your medications, or predict your …

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How to avoid Medicare Open Enrollment scams Consumer Advice

WEBOctober is time for cooler days, warmer drinks, and the start of Medicare Open Enrollment Period. If you have Medicare, October 15 – December 7 is when you …

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Health insurance scams can cost you big Consumer Advice

WEBHealth insurance scams can cost you big. In 2018, we told you about Simple Health, a group of companies that the FTC says tricked people into signing up for what …

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New year, new weight loss scams Consumer Advice

WEBScammers follow the headlines — and the seasons. As the new year rolls around, we’re sure to hear lots of “new year, new you” advertising around health and …

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Spot Health Insurance Scams Consumer Advice

WEBMedicare: Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) Health Insurance Marketplace®: HealthCare.gov or 1-800-318-2596. 2. Scammers say you …

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Tenant Background Checks and Your Rights Consumer Advice

WEBWhen it comes to small business loans, time is money. That was especially true early in the pandemic: when many small businesses were struggling to stay open, and Paycheck …

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Is that health insurance, a health product, or a scam

WEBAccording to the FTC, Benefytt Technologies, Inc. and its partners did just that — tricking people into believing they could get Affordable Care Act (ACA)-compliant …

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How to spot hard-to-spot rental scams Consumer Advice

WEBFinding an apartment or house to rent that’s safe, affordable, and near amenities you want can be hard for anyone. Folks in the LGBTQ+ community often use …

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Health Insurance Scams Consumer Advice

WEB1-877-FTC-HELP. (1-877-382-4357) Your complaint can help protect other people. By filing a complaint, you can help the FTC's investigators identify scammers and stop them …

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Scammers are hijacking job ads. Here’s how to spot the fakes

WEBHere are more ways to spot and avoid phony job postings: Verify job openings before you apply. Visit the official website for the organization or company …

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Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake …

WEBScammers are lurking on LinkedIn and other job sites, posing as “recruiters” for well-known companies. But instead of looking to hire you, they’re really looking to …

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FTC warns diabetes treatment sellers: cease and desist with

WEBThe FTC and the FDA have joined forces to call out 10 companies selling unapproved and misbranded drugs they claim will treat or cure diabetes. The …

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Did you get a call or text about a suspicious purchase on Amazon

WEBOne way to spot a scam is to understand its mechanics. A new and complicated scam starts with a call or text message about a suspicious charge on your …

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Is it a caregiving job or a scam

WEBAs a nanny or caregiver, you know that families and employers trust you to take care of their children or older adults. It’s the same trust that scammers want to build with …

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Questions About Tenant Background Checks

WEBWhen it comes to small business loans, time is money. That was especially true early in the pandemic: when many small businesses were struggling to stay open, …

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Scammers are scheming as HealthCare.gov reopens

WEBAs a result, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has re-opened HealthCare.gov for a “Special Enrollment Period,” from February 15, 2021 – …

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Have you been getting scammy text messages

WEBIf you think a text might be legit, contact the company using a phone number or website you know is real. Don’t use the information in the text message. Report text …

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Paycheck Protection Program lender pays the price for lying about …

WEBDelays in processing loans needed by small businesses in an emergency — like the pandemic — can leave them struggling to stay open. And deceiving consumers …

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FTC takes aim at deceptive stem cell therapy claims

WEBThe FTC says that California-based Regenerative Medical Group, Telehealth Medical Group, and Dr. Bryn Jarald Henderson, the founder of both companies, sold …

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Planning a spring break getaway

WEBWhen it comes to small business loans, time is money. That was especially true early in the pandemic: when many small businesses were struggling to stay open, …

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