The good news is that, in the United States, credit use is decreasing and savings rates are up.

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The results of the pilot show an increase in compliance with medication and a cost savings due to decreasing or stopping inappropriate medication.

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At the same time, mothers say having children increased their use of coupons, financial communication with partners and focus on savings, while also decreasing the money they spent on themselves.

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