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.
The three major credit bureaus assist in limiting damage to consumerâs credit reports when the consumer is a victim of credit fraud or identity theft. If you see suspicious activity on one of your credit accounts, the first step is to call the help lines at Experian, Equifax or TransUnion and report it.