Posted on 2/8/2013 12:30 EST
Love is in the air as Valentine's Day approaches. Show someone how much you care with a cheery and beautiful bouquet of flowers or a small gift. If you reside in the Northeast, be sure to stock up on...
Posted on 1/11/2013 13:59 EST
Out with the old and in with the new - lots of posts from us to you this week. Renew yourself with a different job or a no-smoking pledge for an extended lease on life. Instead of regifting or hiding...
Posted on 1/11/2013 11:15 EST
It's only the beginning of January, but cold and flu season came on early and is shaping up to be one of the most severe in recent years. Doctor's visits for fevers, coughs, and sore throats have spiked...
Posted on 10/15/2012 12:22 EST
Thank goodness for medication: It speeds up recovery, cures common illnesses, and keeps chronic diseases under control. But for all the benefits of modern medicine, it does come with a major downside:
Posted on 9/21/2012 12:00 EST
Posted on 4/7/2011 21:18 EST
We told you last week that a test claimed generic batteries perform just as well as name-brand ones. Another story on Consumerist is asking a similar question: Does cheap soap clean as well? According...
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Posted on 1/11/2011 19:03 EST
Don't be shy the next time you get sick, and use these doctor bargaining tips. Thanks to Time for giving us the courage to ask.
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Posted on 11/13/2010 12:24 EST
Everything you ever wanted to know about a prescription medication that the commercials don't tell you...KomoNews.com reports on a new online tool that gives you pricing information along with the...
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Posted on 10/13/2010 17:32 EST
Confused about the new health care reform bill? Join the club. CBS Money Watch tries to help you sort things out with this report.
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Posted on 9/6/2010 16:01 EST
No one wants to get sick from eating food. But we've certainly seen our share of that recently. In this report from The New York Times, you'll find some tips that should keep you healthy and solvent.
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Posted on 7/28/2010 13:45 EST
Instead of a parent wagging a finger at you, Time offers this list of "don't"s that are meant to help you better manage your money by avoiding some all-too-common traps that can wreak havoc on your...
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Posted on 7/25/2010 21:37 EST
We're all too aware of the high cost of medical care. So the next time you feel faint at the sight of your bill, The New York Times suggests offering immediate payment in exchange for a hefty discount.
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Posted on 6/10/2010 20:39 EST
Presciption medications cost a bundle, even with an insurance co-pay. But there are ways to obtain cheaper meds, and the Huffington Post tells you how.
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Posted on 5/11/2010 14:36 EST
Those doctor fees can sure put a dent in your budget. But there's hope: WMBFnews.com found a website that lets you search for all kinds of doctors who are willing to cut a deal for those willing...
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Posted on 3/31/2010 15:13 EST
All those premium consumer goods look so enticing. But here are some tips from BUXR about the biggest ripoffs and where to find the goods that are worth their price.
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Posted on 3/12/2010 12:18 EST
How many bottles of over-the-counter drugs do you have in your medicine cabinet? Think of all the money you spend on these remedies. And then thank WCPO for sharing the results of some research...
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Posted on 3/10/2010 11:48 EST
You know that green stuff you used to carry in your pocket? Well, it's making a comeback. Why? Because, as Bankrate.com points out, a surprising number of merchants and service providers give discounts...
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Posted on 12/19/2009 16:11 EST
You know that gym membership you never use? Well, instead of renewing, WSOCTV.com suggests you spend the money on an in-home gym. It's cheap, it's convenient, and it's in your face all the time.
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Posted on 5/5/2009 14:39 EST
Prescription drugs may be one of the few areas relatively immune to price cutting these days. But if you're looking for a deal, check out the website that LifeHacker found.
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Posted on 4/30/2009 21:52 EST
Headaches are painful enough. Now we learn they hurt the pocketbook too. Ouch. MainStreet.com offers these ideas to ease the strain on your budget.
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Posted on 4/14/2009 15:22 EST
"Many people who've lost jobs or gone to work for themselves in this recession, are finding they can't afford medical insurance. One option is buying insurance online. Adrian Lipinski quit his job at...
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