Fraud & Security Alert

April 9, 2020

Scammers want your coronavirus stimulus check – 7 traps to watch for

Feeling financially cornered right now? Many of us are, which is why the federal government passed the CARES Act, a bill that authorizes millions of stimulus checks for American workers. But scammers are using these checks as bait to trick us into sharing our personal data.

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Coronavirus: Symptoms and essential prevention tips

Is it a cold or coronavirus? Stop sifting through all the junk and fake tips online. We've compiled the most common coronavirus symptoms, along with proven tips for preventing the spread of COVID-19. Protect yourself, share this video with a friend and stay home to help flatten the curve.

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YouTube and the 5G coronavirus rumor

YouTube is full of garbage. Sure, there are helpful videos, too, but there’s no denying the trash you can find. The latest conspiracy theory spreading on the video site is getting lots of attention — and YouTube has had enough.

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