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Jan. 19: Falling Consumer Debt

Air date 01/19/12

Looking for encouragement and tips for managing your money more wisely? Consumer debt decreased by 23% last year in Mississippi, while it only fell 11% nationally. Dr. Nicholas Hill, associate professor of economics at Jackson State University, explains why the state night be ahead of the country. Also, Sherry Rainey of CredAbility contributes with tips to reducing your credit card debt.

Some oil spill workers have had medical difficulties since working on the Deepwater Horizon clean-up, sparking alarm about potential future problems. The NIH is conducting a study of the long-term effects on the health of these workers, including T. J. Hinton. Rhonda Miller speaks with him about his experience with the clean-up and the study.

Karen Brown wraps up the program by speaking with Gin Phillips, author of "Come In and Cover Me."



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