Ditch the Pitch
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs is closed Friday, September 27. Our office is expected to resume normal operating hours on Monday, September 30.
COLUMBIA, S.C. - The news is filled with stories of long lines at in-person COVID testing sites across the country. Reports of limited supplies of at-home test kits have consumers headed online to see what they can buy. The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) wants consumers to be on guard against scammers who are taking advantage of people's need for testing. Here is what consumers should keep in mind as they look for testing options:
In-person Testing
Buying At-home Tests Online
If you think you've been scammed, contact SCDCA by calling 1 (844) TELL-DCA (835-5322) or file a report online. For more tips on how to avoid scams, download our free guide to guarding against scams “Ditch the Pitch.”
About SCDCA
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs aims to protect consumers from inequities in the marketplace through advocacy, complaint mediation, enforcement and education. To file a complaint or get information on consumer issues, visit consumer.sc.gov or call toll-free in SC: 1 (800) 922-1594.
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