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Medicare

What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

Extreme Weather

Protecting your home’s pipes in winter weather: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Worried about pipes bursting during cold weather? We VERIFY questions about running appliances, dripping pipes and turning off water.
Scams

Watch out for these common holiday scams

Scammers try to take advantage of the holiday season, when many people are shopping and donating more than they usually do. Here’s what to be wary of.
Holiday

VERIFYING which Thanksgiving foods are safe for pets

Much of the Thanksgiving meal is dangerous for pets because of fats, oils, spices, seasonings and other ingredients that can be toxic to them.
Fact Sheets

Daylight saving time: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Has the government made daylight saving time permanent? Do all states change the clocks? We VERIFY the answers to 5 top questions.
Elections

What we can VERIFY about the Republican Party’s stance on IVF

Former President Donald Trump and several Republicans in Congress have declared their support for IVF. But some have voted against enshrining IVF access into law.
Health

Mpox outbreaks: VERIFY Fact Sheet

VERIFY is answering some of the most common questions about mpox, including how it spreads and if smallpox vaccines will prevent the virus.
Extreme Weather

Hurricanes: VERIFY Fact Sheet

VERIFY answers 5 of the top hurricane season questions, including what the five categories mean and whether insurance policies cover flood damage.
Summer Guide

Sun Safety: 4 VERIFIED facts

Does sunscreen expire? How often should you reapply? VERIFY researched four facts about how to protect your skin from the sun’s rays.
Summer Guide

Swimming pool safety: VERIFY Fact Sheet

What causes red eyes after swimming? Can you swim right after eating? We VERIFY common questions about swimming pool safety.
Government

What we can VERIFY about a defense bill that automates Selective Service registration

Posts claim an annual defense bill would automatically register young men and women for the military draft. Here’s what we can VERIFY about the proposed legislation.
Extreme Weather

What we can VERIFY about the safest places in your home during a tornado

Here’s what we can VERIFY about tornado safety for people living in homes with and without basements, apartments and mobile homes.

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What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

Protecting your home’s pipes in winter weather: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Watch out for these common holiday scams

VERIFYING which Thanksgiving foods are safe for pets

Daylight saving time: VERIFY Fact Sheet

What we can VERIFY about the Republican Party’s stance on IVF

Mpox outbreaks: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Hurricanes: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Sun Safety: 4 VERIFIED facts

Swimming pool safety: VERIFY Fact Sheet

What we can VERIFY about a defense bill that automates Selective Service registration

What we can VERIFY about the safest places in your home during a tornado

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