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Robocalls. Identity theft. Fake websites.

Scams take many forms in the digital era. And they cost Americans serious money. In 2021, 

Americans lost about $30 billion to scam calls

, scammers often target older adults, and they use creative methods that reflect what is currently popular, including Zoom, COVID vaccine cards and online shopping. 

MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks about scams, how they affect older adults and how to avoid them with two experts. 

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Scams cost Americans serious money. In 2021, Americans lost about $30 billion to scam calls. And in 2020, they lost $56 billion to identity fraud. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks with two experts about scams, how they affect older adults and how to avoid them.

MPR News with Angela Davis - Scams cost Americans billions of dollars each year. According to the AARP, scammers often target older adults, and they use creative methods that reflect what is currently popular, including Zoom, COVID vaccine cards and online shopping. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks about scams, how they affect older adults and how to avoid them with two experts. 

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