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- The ‘frugal’ tech guide for seniors: 7 ways to save money and stay s...
Simple tech habits that keep more money in your pocket By Kyle James of ConsumerAffairs April 10, 2026 Use simple tech habits, not more apps: Stick with what you already have. Use your phone for easy wins like cash back and quick price checks on Amazon and Walmart. Cut the biggest money leaks: Check subscriptions monthly, compare prices before buying, and avoid overpaying for convenience like expensive gas stations or impulse online purchases. Stay safe and ask for help: Turn on bank alerts, dont click unexpected links, and when in doubt, ask a family member or grandchild before making a move. Most tech advice is exhausting, especially for seniors just trying touse their phones and computers to save money in everyday life. But the truth is, you don't need to become a tech expert to make it happen. The goal is touse a few simple tools and smart habits to avoid overpaying and wasting money. And do it in a way that feels manageable,not frustrating. Here's a simple playbook you can start using today. Start here: You dont need more tech you just need different habits Before we get into apps and tips, this matters more than anything: you probably already have everything you need. If you have a smartphone, a tablet, or a computer that works well enough to browse the internet and check email, youre all set. You do not need to upgrade your phone, buy a new laptop, or sign-up for anything fancy just to start saving money. In fact, constantly upgrading devices is one of the fastest ways people accidentally spend more instead of less. The real advantage comes from using what you already have, just more intentionally. Thats the mindset shift that makes everything else in this guide actually work. 1. Turn your phone into a money-saving tool Most seniors treat their phone as a communication device only. But in actuality, it can become one of your best tools for saving money. Start with cash back on everyday spending Apps like Upside and Fetch are two of the easiest places to start, because they dont require you to change your routine and theyre surprisingly intuitive to use. Youre already buying gas and buying groceries. Youre already going out to eat occasionally. Both apps simply give you money back for purchases you were going to make anyway.… [TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - Consumer product safety recall roundup for April 10, 2026
Supplements, extension cords, and cleaning products are part of this week's recall roundup By News Desk of ConsumerAffairs April 10, 2026 Iron supplements recalled for child poisoning risk Vitaquest International is recalling multiple iron-containing dietary supplements because their packaging is not child-resistant, creating a poisoning risk for young children. Specific hazard: Iron-containing supplements are packaged in non-child-resistant containers, raising the risk of serious injury or death if swallowed by young children. Scope/stats: About 356,140 units were sold nationwide through major beauty and supplement retailers and online, from April 2023 through February 2026. Immediate action: Store the products out of sight and reach of children right away and request a free child-resistant replacement cap or storage pouch. Vitaquest International LLC of West Caldwell, New Jersey, is recalling various brands of iron-containing dietary supplements sold in bottles and packets. The supplements contain iron, which must be sold in child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The recalled packaging is not child-resistant, the CPSC said. The hazard Young children who swallow iron supplements can face rapid and severe poisoning. The CPSC said the products violate mandatory child-resistant packaging requirements, increasing the chance a child can access and ingest the contents. No incidents or injuries have been reported. What to do Consumers should immediately store the supplements out of sight and reach of children. Contact Vitaquest International to obtain a free child-resistant replacement cap or storage pouch, and follow the companys instructions for receiving the replacement. Company contact Vitaquest International toll-free at 844-298-4545 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email productsafety@vitaquest.com, or online at https://vitaquest.com/product-recall-information/ or www.vitaquest.com and click Recall at the bottom of the page. Source Pumpkin carving kits recalled over button batteries LinkInnow International Co., Ltd., doing business as Besslly Store, is recalling Halloween pumpkin carving kits because children can easily access button cell batteries in the included tea lights. Specific hazard: Accessible button cell batteries can be swallowed, causing severe internal chemical burns and potentially death. Scope/stats: About 650 kits were sold on Amazon.com from March 2024 through December 2025 for $9 to $20. Immediate action: Stop using the kits and seek a full refund from Besslly Store, following the disposal-photo instructions. LinkInnow International Co., Ltd., dba Besslly Store, is recalling Besslly Halloween Pumpkin Carving Kits (Model CHD-014-2) sold on Amazon. The kits include five tea… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago - Colorectal cancer is dropping in seniors — but rising in younger adults, study...New data shows a concerning shift in whos getting diagnosed and when By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs April 10, 2026 Colorectal cancer rates are declining in adults 65+, but rising in younger and middle-aged groups. Many younger adults are diagnosed at later stages, when the disease is harder to treat. Screening especially starting at age 45 remains a critical tool for prevention and early detection. Colorectal cancer has long been thought of as a disease that primarily affects older adults but new research suggests thats changing. According to the latest data from the American Cancer Society (ACS), rates of colorectal cancer are continuing to decline in people 65 and older, thanks in part to increased screening and prevention efforts. At the same time, however, diagnoses are rising in younger adults, creating what researchers describe as a concerning split in trends. In fact, colorectal cancer is now a leading cause of cancer-related death among people under 50, and death rates in this group have been increasing slightly each year. It's clear that colorectal cancer can no longer be called an old persons disease, researcher Ahmedin Jemal, DVM, Ph.D., said in a news release. We must double down on research to pinpoint what is driving this tsunami of cancer in generations born since 1950. How the study was conducted The findings come from a comprehensive ACS report that analyzes national cancer data over time, tracking both incidence (new cases) and mortality (deaths). Researchers looked at trends across different age groups, allowing them to compare how colorectal cancer patterns have changed for younger versus older populations. The report also breaks down cases by cancer type and stage at diagnosis. For example, it examines the growing share of rectal cancers and how often cancers are detected early versus at more advanced stages. By analyzing long-term data, the researchers were able to identify generational patterns showing that people born after the 1950s are experiencing higher rates of colorectal cancer compared to earlier generations. What the results show The results highlight a clear divide. Among adults 65 and older, both colorectal cancer incidence and death rates have been steadily declining dropping by more than 2% per year in recent years. In contrast, younger adults are seeing increases. Rates have been rising by about 3% annually among those ages 20 to 49, and nearly half of all new… [TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago
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