Protect yourself from COVID-19 vaccine scams

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Avoid COVID-19 vaccine scams

As COVID-19 vaccine distribution begins, here are signs of potential scams:

  • You are asked to pay out of pocket to get the vaccine.
  • You are asked to pay to put your name on a vaccine waiting list or to get early access.
  • Advertisements for vaccines through social media platforms, email, telephone calls, online, or from unsolicited/unknown sources.
  • Marketers offering to sell or ship doses of the vaccine for payment.

Protect yourself! Do not give out your personal information to unknown sources.

 

imageCheck out Veterans – Avoid COVID-19 vaccine scams: How not to get ripped off by fake vaccine offers for detailed tips on how to avoid COVID-19 vaccine scams.

 

If you believe you have been the victim of COVID-19 fraud, immediately report it to:

  • HHS-OIG Hotline: 1-800-HHS-TIPS | tips.hhs.gov
  • FBI Hotline: 1-800-CALL-FBI | fbi.gov/tips
  • CMS/Medicare Hotline: 1-800-MEDICARE

 


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