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Prevention is the best why to protect yourself. Always be wary about giving out your cell phone number online.
The Federal Trade Commission offers a very comprehensive Identity Theft outreach campaign. Includes video, posters, pamphlets, with easy-to-follow self-help messages.
The National Consumer Law Center addresses many common consumer issues including: debt collection harassment, foreclosure, bankruptcy, credit issues, and more.
The Federal Trade Commission posts information for consumers about how to avoid ID theft - and how to deal with it if you become a victim.