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Dietary Supplements
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Dietary supplements may seem like harmless health boosters. But while some have proven benefits, many don't. Unlike drugs, dietary supplements aren't evaluated or reviewed by FDA for safety and...
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How To Avoid Phone Scams: Don't Trust Caller ID Infographic
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Your caller ID might show a real government agency or company name or number. But scammers can fake caller ID. Don't trust it — even if it looks real.
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Solar Power for Your Home
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If you want to use solar power for your home, your options include buying a system, leasing a system, or signing an agreement to buy solar power. Before you agree to anything, know what you’re getting...
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Young Kids
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When very young children start using a computer, they should be supervised closely by a parent or caregiver. Parents may wish to choose the websites their kids visit early on — and not let them leave...
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Tweens
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Tweens (kids ages 8 to12) begin exploring more on their own. They need to feel "independent," but not alone. It's important to be with them — or at least nearby — when they're online. Consider keeping...
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Teens
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Teens are forming their own values and beginning to take on the values of their peers. As they mature, many are eager to experience more independence from their parents. Teens are closing in on...
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Donating Safely and Avoiding Scams Infographic
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When you decide to support a cause you care about, you want your donation to count. Here are tips to help you plan your donation – and avoid scams.
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Heads Up: Stop. Think. Connect.
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Learn ways to helps kids reduce the risks that come with socializing online.
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Kids and Cell Phones
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When you decide your kid is ready for a cell phone, here are some tools to help you think about setting limits, keeping them safe, and teaching them how to use their phones responsibly.
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Credit Card Loss Protection
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"I got a call from a woman who said I need credit card loss protection insurance. I thought there was a law that limited my liability to $50 for unauthorized charges. But she said the law had changed...
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Rental Listing Scams
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Scammers use rental listings to get you to pay in advance for a place to live or vacation.
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Stop Gift Card Scams
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You care about your customers. Help them avoid gift card scams. Stop Gift Card Scams is a consumer education campaign sponsored by the Federal Trade Commission and its partners to fight scams that use...
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