Be alert!! FTC and SEC tips to avoid coronavirus scams
-Be wary of anyone asking for money for corona virus victims, or for disease research, especially if they want prepaid credit cards or gift cards.
-Ignore phone calls or emails from strangers urging you to invest in a hot new coronavirus stock.
-Don’t click on links or download files from unexpected emails, even if the email address looks like a company or person you recognize. Ditto for unfamiliar websites.
-Avoid online offers for coronavirus-related vaccines or cures; they aren’t legitimate.