by Charles Noe
Reviewed by: David Slotnick, M.D.

Times are tough and look as if they may get tougher. We’re all trying to stretch a dollar. But some corners you cut may endanger your health and that can be expensive in the long run. Not to mention sickening.

For example, Americans are filling fewer prescriptions for the first time in over a decade, according to The New York Times. Saving money on drugs for chronic conditions now can lead to major medical costs later.

So here are seven money-saving temptations you should resist. And since every "don't" needs a "do", check out these seven positive alternatives.

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