We’ve had some nice days here in Vermont. Though most people may not greet a sunshiny day with concern about ultraviolet (UV) protection, it is something we must be mindful about. UV radiation comes from the sun and man-made sources like tanning beds. The most common cancer in the United States, skin cancer, is primarily… Continue reading Sun Protection Products and UV Exposure Risk
Author: Crystal Baldwin
Crystal manages the publication and distribution of the CAP Connection blog.
Announcing: The Elder Protection Initiative
Last Friday, on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, our office made an important announcement: we launched a new unit focused on protecting older Vermonters. It’s called the Elder Protection Initiative, or EPI. The EPI is team of attorneys, investigators and staff from across the VT Attorney General’s Office (from its Criminal, Public Protection and Human… Continue reading Announcing: The Elder Protection Initiative
Travel Tips
If it’s time for you to escape on a getaway, keep in mind that scammers love to target those with travel plans. Vacations should be relaxing. Don’t let unexpected scams and travel pitfalls stress you out! There are countless ways one can be scammed while planning travel. With all the R & R you have… Continue reading Travel Tips
Match or Mooch? Preventing Romance Scams
Too often, Vermonters reveal to us that a scammer lied to them about being in a long-distance relationship. These scams can be heartbreaking. They are not uncovered until the love interest asks for money—or once money gets sent. Sent money can’t be retrieved, making the betrayal more painful. Vermonters lose tens of thousands of dollars… Continue reading Match or Mooch? Preventing Romance Scams
Stay Safe Online
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and next Tuesday is National Clean Your Virtual Desktop Day. Now is a good time to check-in on your computer use and internet safety. To the average computer user, the tasks required to be secure can be overwhelming. But, StaySafeOnline.org allows you to find all the information you… Continue reading Stay Safe Online