Current Events in February 2022

Coronavirus update: Omicron variants reportedly bolster immunity

Overworked health care workers are finding little financial reward

Read article 02/28/2022

Car dealers continue to mark up vehicles beyond the sticker price

With limited numbers of cars, some dealers feel like they are in the driver’s seat

Read article 02/28/2022

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Feds worry about the increasing cost of used car loans

The rapid rise in vehicle prices is resulting in higher monthly payments

Read article 02/28/2022

Toyota suspends all factory operations in Japan after suspected cyberattack

The full impact has not yet been determined

Read article 02/28/2022

Migraines may increase risk of pregnancy complications, study finds

Women with severe headaches have a higher risk for preeclampsia and gestational diabetes

Read article 02/28/2022

Smart packages for medication may help older consumers stay on track with prescriptions

Experts want to help consumers be more consistent with taking their medications

Read article 02/28/2022

Husqvarna recalls all-wheel drive robotic lawnmowers

The lawnmower's lithium-ion battery can overheat

Read article 02/28/2022

By James Limbach

Daimler recalls model year 2016-2021 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans

The brake fluid reservoir may be mounted incorrectly

Read article 02/28/2022

By James Limbach

Plaid lawsuit shows how important it is for consumers to control their personal data

Consumers need to know what information they're giving up when using an app

Read article 02/25/2022

Russia's invasion of Ukraine may have a big impact on food prices in the U.S.

A lot is at stake depending on the magnitude of the conflict and how long it lasts

Read article 02/25/2022

Many Americans don't have life insurance or a will, survey finds

Around 38% of consumers who were surveyed believed that they couldn't afford a policy

Read article 02/25/2022

Coronavirus update: CDC updates its mask guidelines

COVID-19 has taken a terrible toll on children

Read article 02/25/2022

With Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, gas prices are moving higher

The average price has risen about 24 cents a gallon in the last month

Read article 02/25/2022

Owning a pet slows the rate of cognitive decline in older consumers, study finds

The bond consumers have with their pets can produce brain health benefits

Read article 02/25/2022

Living in walkable neighborhoods helps lower risk of obesity and diabetes, study finds

Consumers are more active when their local area offers access to outdoor activities

Read article 02/25/2022

Buying a vehicle in 2022 is difficult for many consumers, survey shows

Consumers may need to settle for what's available or rethink how they travel

Read article 02/24/2022

Consumers report mixed results with 5G’s rollout

The FAA is still looking at how the technology could affect aviation

Read article 02/24/2022

NHTSA to investigate 1.7 million Honda vehicles over phantom braking concerns

One ConsumerAffairs reviewer shares her own personal experience with the problem

Read article 02/24/2022

Coronavirus update: Omicron subvariant spreads quickly, study finds

Another study finds that a COVID-19 vaccination helps against the Omicron variant

Read article 02/24/2022