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Consumer Tips
For more than 40 years, U.S. PIRG Education Fund has alerted the public to risks to their health, safety and financial security. And, we empower people to avoid these dangers and protect themselves. Below are some of our most frequently requested resources and now we're adding new ones regularly.


With the massive winter storm that's expected to hit the East Coast this weekend, here are some tips to help consumers protect themselves during and after a disaster, including how to spot possible opportunists, bad deals and con-artists. Navigating through a government website may sound tedious, but here are some tips on how to be notified about and report unsafe products in your home. If not operated properly, portable generators are extremely dangerous to people and pets. You may be setting aside those cloth or surgical masks and shopping for some N95 masks or KN95s that are supposed to be widely available. But . . . there unfortunately are lots of counterfeit products out there.
DEALING WITH WINTER STORM KENAN: PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR HOME AND YOUR FINANCES
How to be notified about recalls on products you own
Portable generators kill about 70 people each year. Here’s how to protect yourself and your loved ones
How to spot counterfeit N95, KN95 masks before you buy them

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