H1N1 Flu -Swine Flu
H1N1 Flu -Swine Flu Swine flu has in the news BIG TIME and that means swindlers/crooks are looking to prey on the concerned. Any period of upheaval and concern offers a chance for scammers to capitalize on fear. Here are a few swine flu scams that are currently in circulation. Swine Flu Survival Guide, These kits are being offered on various Web sites and some include things like cheap surgical masks, latex gloves and other basic items you can get yourself for less. These items/information never arrive and can be received for free from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -CDC. Consumers are then victims of identity theft (because you have given a swine flu swindler your credit card information).
The bottom line is that you do not need a special kit to survive swine flu. What you do need is common sense: Wash your hands, avoid contact with those who are sick and take care of yourself physically. The CDC has information on making your own survival kit.
· Swine Flu Vaccinations
When fears about swine flu first emerged earlier this year, swine flu swindlers attempted to sell a vaccine, at the time, there was no vaccine. Now, though, a swine flu vaccine is being tested and is expected to be available nationally by early to mid October. However, the scam hasn’t gone away.
For more information log on Swine flu log on to http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov, http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/ or call (225) 342-9500 for more helpful tips. You may also contact the Better Business Bureau by calling 337-981-3497 or by logging on to www.bbb.org.