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Scams, lawsuits, prosecutions and warnings from ConsumerAffairs.Com
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<copyright>Copyright 2004 ConsumerAffairs.Com</copyright>
<managingEditor>info@consumeraffairs.com (Truman Lewis)</managingEditor>
<webMaster>jhood@consumeraffairs.com (Jim Hood)</webMaster>
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		Class Action Suit Filed Against AARP
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		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/aarp_suit.html
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	<description>
		Alleges group misled consumers as to extent of medical insurance coverage.
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	<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:15:00 GMT</pubDate>

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		'High-Return' Investment Schemes Target Affluent Seniors
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		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/seniors_cds.html
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	<description>
		International Banking Group's ultra-high-interest claims can't be verified.
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	<pubDate>Sun, 1 Nov 2009 17:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		Video: Choosing Your Retirement Community
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		http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/video-finding-a-retirement-community.aspx?pid=p:caf
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	<description>
		Test drive your retirement community a few times before deciding to make it your home.
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	<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Uninsured Older Americans Fear Illness
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		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/seniors_health_ins.html
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	<description>
		Serious illness can wipe out retirement savings.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		No Social Security Cost Of Living Increase In 2010
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		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ss_cola.html
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	<description>
		COLA wasn't triggered because prices remained flat.
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	<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		Video – Seniors Add To Health Care Bill By Falling Down
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		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/video_senior_falls.html
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	<description>
		Reducing preventable falls would reduce injuries and costs.
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	<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:10:02 GMT</pubDate>
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		Seniors to Benefit from Health Care Reform
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		http://www.bankrate.com/finance/financial-literacy/seniors-to-benefit-from-health-care-reform-1.aspx?pid=p:caf
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	<description>
		Sen. Herb Kohl chats about health reform, long-term care, target-date funds retirement issues.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2009 21:20:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Safety Alert Issued For Lifeline Pendant Personal Help Buttons
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/lifeline_warning.html
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	<description>
		'Lifeline' could be deathline.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:15:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Home Health Aide Shortage Looms, Experts Warn
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	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/health_aide.html
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	<description>
		Job more dangerous than mining coal.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:20:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		End Of Life Isn't a Disease, It's a Fact of Life
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/end_of_life.html
	</link>
	<description>
		'Death panel' dust-up draws attention to the need for more reasoned discussion.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:20:02 GMT</pubDate>
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		7 Ways To Stretch Your Retirement Income
	</title>

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		http://www.bankrate.com/finance/financial-literacy/7-ways-to-stretch-your-retirement-income-1.aspx?pid=p:caf
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	<description>
		You don't have to defy the laws of physics to stretch your money so it will last. Just plan wisely.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:50:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Building A Medical Family Tree
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/geezer85.html
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	<description>
		Hereditary health history can help pinpoint and avoid problems
	</description>
	<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:40:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Mediterranean Diet Linked With Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/08/alzheimers_diet.html
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	<description>
		Physical activity also tied to lower risk.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 18:30:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		10 Top Cars for Older Drivers
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	<link>
		http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/10-top-cars-for-older-drivers-1.aspx?pid=p:caf
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	<description>
		Facing many challenges, older drivers should consider these 10 models with special design features.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 4 Aug 2009 15:50:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Some Blood Pressure Drugs May Help Protect Against Dementia
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	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/bp_dementia.html
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	<description>
		ACE inhibitors could hold the key.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:30:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		New FHA Reverse Mortgage a Boon to Seniors
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/new-fha-reverse-mortgage-boon-to-seniors-1.aspx?pid=p:caf
	</link>
	<description>
		Seniors can buy a home with a reverse mortgage, keep their existing home and save big bucks.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:35:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Researchers Find Caffeine Effective Alzheimer’s Treatment
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/07/alzheimers_coffee.html
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	<description>
		Morning cup of java may prove beneficial.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:20:02 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Growing Number of Adults in ATV Accidents
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	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/atv_seniors.html
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	<description>
		Seniors account for high percentage of injuries
	</description>
	<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 02:40:10 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Congress Becoming More Pro-Senior, Study Finds
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/seniors_congress.html
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	<description>
		Survey of voting records finds more support for senior issues
	</description>
	<pubDate>Fri, 8 May 2009 19:02:59 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Artificial Hips Last Twice As Long As Predicted
	</title>

	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/hips.html
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	<description>
		Study finds replacement hips surprisingly durable.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Mon, 4 May 2009 16:02:59 GMT</pubDate>
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	<title>
		Artificial Hips Last Twice As Long As Predicted
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	<link>
		http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/05/hips.html
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	<description>
		Study finds replacement hips surprisingly durable.
	</description>
	<pubDate>Mon, 4 May 2009 16:02:59 GMT</pubDate>
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