TREATMENT: 'Once the flashing lights start you can prevent a fullblown migraine by taking painkillers, drinking water, upping your blood sugar with food and laying down in a quiet, dark room,' says Mr Constantine-Smith.
Consumers are entitled to a free annual credit report from each of the three nationwide consumer reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Consumers can go to annualcreditreport.com, the Internet site maintained by the three companies, to get their free report.
BREAKING DOWN 'Credit Reporting Agency'. Credit reporting agencies are generally one of two types: reporting either on individuals or on businesses. The largest consumer credit reporting agencies are Experian, Equifax and TransUnion.