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TIPS THIS WEEK
Bill sent me an email that I have received several times over the years about the FIRE HAZARD DANGERS OF GLADE PLUG-IN AIR FRESHENERS. When I verified the story on SNOPES.COM, I learned that GLADE Fresheners have safety features built into them. However not all such fresheners by other manufacturers may not include the same precautions or shutdown features. Those fresheners could overheat and cause a fire. Through the Net in Google RV Alerts I keep hearing of RV fires happening almost weekly someplace – maybe the world is getting smaller and we hear about every disaster in all locations. As a result, John and I are extra careful about shutting things down when we are not around and before bed. All we can say is be sure your unit is mechanically sound and you have working smoke alarms/CO monitors at the ready. Fire destroys things so fast in an RV
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Bill also shared that everyone should be vigilant when PAYING MEDICAL BILLS – he is from California. He suggests it is wise to fight ‘Balance Billing’ – that means if a Dr overcharges for your services. Read your invoice carefully and do not be afraid to contact your Insurance.
As health-care costs continue to soar, millions of confused consumers pay for medical charges they don't actually owe. Typically this occurs when insurance plans cover less than what a doctor, hospital, or lab service wants to be paid. The health-care provider at times will demand the balance from the patient. The patient is afraid of receiving calls from a debt collector, so they pay up. This happened to us a few months after John’s illness a few years ago, but since we had $5 million medical insurance coverage we did not pay it – we called our insurance.
This hassle is called ‘Balance Billing’ and apparently common practice, but it’s illegal. When doctors or hospitals think an insurer has reimbursed too little – they sometimes illegally pressure patients to pay the difference. State and federal laws prohibit the medical providers from patient contact. Instead, doctors and hospitals should deal directly with insurers. Economists and patient advocates estimate that consumers pay $1 billion or more a year for which they're not responsible. DO NOT PAY THESE EXTRA FEES.
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WEATHER HAS TURNED COLD IN THE NORTH… SO FURNACES AND PROPANE USE IS UP. These tips come from the BC Safety Authority and Motor Vehicle Sales Authority of BC:
Top 10 Tips for Safe Propane Use in Your RV – (I USED the first 4-Tips in…Issue 20)
****Do not use portable propane camping equipment such as camp stoves, barbecues or radiant heaters in your RV. They are designed for use OUT OF DOORS.
****KNOW THE SIGNS of CO POISONING. If anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning (headaches, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, impaired judgment, loss of manual dexterity) have everyone leave the RV and get medical attention.
****EVERYONE NEEDS AN ALARM. Install both a Propane & Carbon Monoxide alarm.
****BE CAREFUL WITH YOUR CYLINDER. Never use, store or transport propane cylinders or liquid fuels in the passenger space or living area of your RV!!! Don't transport or use containers that are damaged, show signs of corrosion, have been exposed to fire or appear to be leaking.
****TURN IT OFF WHEN REFUELING. When you stop to refuel your RV, be sure that all sources of ignition including pilot lights and engines are turned off or extinguished. Also, all occupants of the RV should leave the vehicle.
****BUY SMART. When buying a pre-owned RV, make sure it is safety inspected by a certified technician.
****For more information about RV propane safety HERE and BC Safety Authority HERE registered recreation vehicle shops, visit or A propane safety brochure is also available by contacting your local BC Safety Authority office, or call toll-free 1-866-566-7233 (SAFE) – Or your local propane dealer.
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SUN RV RESORTS in Florida are offering first time visitors special rates of $199 per month and in Texas $149. This offer runs out the end Dec. Log onto the main site and then click on each park to see the specials for that park. If you are not booked into a place yet these parks are a great place to be stay while you become acquainted with an area.
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PROMOS THIS WEEK
2009 RV RATING GUIDE – Are you considering buying a new RV? If so there is a NEW RV Book available to help with your search, “2008-2009 RV Comparison Guide”. It rates RV’s from over 55 RV manufacturers. Details HERE...
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The BREAST CANCER site is having trouble convincing enough people to click on their site daily to meet their quota of donating at least one free mammogram a day to an underprivileged woman. I have received this email several times as well so I thought I would share it. I do not think that most Cdns have a problem obtaining a mammogram – at least not in Ontario. But there may be a woman worldwide who cannot easily obtain this valuable test. Breast Cancer does not have to be a death sentence, but with the help of regular breast exams and an annual Mammogram this type of cancer can be beaten.
It takes less than a minute to go to their SITE and click on 'donating a mammogram'. (Click on Pink Window in the middle). ‘Logging on’ does not cost you a thing. Their corporate sponsors and advertisers use the number of daily visits to determine the number they donate a mammogram in exchange for advertising. Pass it on to your friends.
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The latest round of RV RECALLS isn't as long as most months, but it still includes some major problems that need fixin.' Companies issuing recalls include Jayco, Prevost, Country Coach, Fleetwood and Monaco -- to name a few. Details HERE…
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RV TRAVEL NEWSLETTER includes many valuable tips and hints. Log on to see – huge RV Book sale; generator maintenance; gas prices in Oregon; a negative post to the pluses of a Washer Dryer – we love our 9-yr old vented model machine - we air-dry overnight in our living room on hangers; Federal pass for American seniors to visit National parks, forests and/or federal campgrounds plus much more.
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