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Monday, May 29, 2006

Veterans can take steps to combat (ID Theft) identity theft


Veterans can take steps to combat identity theft
The state attorney general shares some tips on preventing fraud.
Source: www.dfw.com

Technology and Easy Credit Give Identity Thieves an Edge
One in six adults in Arizona had their identities stolen in the last five years, about twice the national rate.
Source: www.nytimes.com

State Helping Vets With Identity Theft
New revelations are coming to light about the stolen information of millions of U.S. veterans. The U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs was put on the hot seat yesterday in Washington, and according to Connecticut officials it was revealed that some medical information of Connecticut veterans was in fact stolen.
Source: feeds.courant.com

Secure Personal Data in Advance of Hurricane Season, Urges Identity Theft Assistance Center
WASHINGTON----May 22, 2006--In advance of this year's hurricane season, the Identity Theft Assistance Center is urging individuals take steps to secure their personal data and to educate themselves about potential scams that can lead to identity theft.
Source: biz.yahoo.com

Identity Theft Fears Have Veterans Taking Precautions
For more than 26 million U.S. veterans, the potential loss is staggering.
Source: news.yahoo.com

First steps to counter identity theft
Imagination can run wild with what a thief can do with the Social Security numbers of more than 26 million U.S. veterans, but privacy experts and regulators are advising people not to panic.
Source: www.mercurynews.com