Tips to avoid fraudulent donation schemes after natural disastersWAFB.comMore than 30 federal, state, and local agencies participate in the National Center for Disaster Fraud, allowing the center to act as a centralized place for information on disaste…
UW Oshkosh Today |
UW Oshkosh nursing alumna honored for care of organ donors and families
UW Oshkosh Today Auclair has eight other awards related to nursing/organ donation since 2009. Auclair said she believes her clinical instructors at UW Oshkosh were a big factor in her professional development. “They left me feeling inspired with a sense of … |
Newsweek |
State officials warn consumers of Hurricane Harvey-related scams
Methow Valley News The two statewide officials said in a press release that rip-off artists follow media coverage of natural disasters and then attempt to victimize well-intended charitable donors. “When there is a natural disaster, scam artists try to take advantage of … Harvey rainfall and flooding prompts call for blood donationsThe Charlottesville Newsplex |
Malawi24Chakwera writes donors after death threats from DPPMalawi24Malawi Congress Party (MCP) president and leader of opposition Lazarus Chakwera has written donors seeking their intervention following death threats from the ruling Democratic Progress…
UPMatters.com |
Be careful of scams related to Harvey damage
Iron Mountain Daily News Scam artists exploit the sympathy of donors to steal donations or get consumers’ sensitive financial information. Residents can avoid disaster scams and contribute to relief efforts by doing a little research before making a donation. Follow these tips:. Be on Alert for Harvey-related scamsUPMatters.com |
Cambridge Times |
Supporters fill blood donor clinic in honour of injured Cambridge boy
Cambridge Times A GoFundMe online fundraising account was created to assist the family in out-of-pocket health-related costs. The Help For Boston account’s target, originally set at $10,000 was quickly surpassed, raising more than $26,000 for the Cambridge family. |
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Press Release: More Kidney Transplant Surgeries Performed at Mount St. John’s Medical Centre
Antigua Observer All our donors this week were related to the recipient and its true; family members have a higher chance of being a good match. But you don’t have to be related to someone to donate a kidney and give the gift of a healthier life. We want more people to … |
San Antonio Express-News (subscription) |
Texas Attorney General says Harvey scams, price gouging on the rise
San Antonio Express-News (subscription) The Texas Attorney General’s Office in Austin said it’s received about 600 complaints as of Tuesday afternoon related to Hurricane Harvey, including charity scams, fraud and price gouging. … Before texting a donation, confirm the number with the source. |
CBS News |
What you need to know to avoid scams posing as relief for Harvey
MyStatesman.com “Users are advised to exercise caution in handling any email with subject line, attachments, or hyperlinks related to Hurricane Harvey, even if it appears to originate from a trusted source,” the statement said. “Fraudulent emails will often contain … Where to Donate to Harvey Victims (and How to Avoid Scams)New York Times Here’s How You Can Help People Affected By HarveyNPR [Updated] Heavy Rain Ahead for the Flooded Gulf CoastThe Maritime Executive Washington Post –Miami Herald all 9,689 news articles » |