Dear Heloise: Please let your readers know there are some unemployment benefit scams out there that take advantage of people who file for unemployment benefits.

There is no fee for filing or qualifying for unemployment benefits. That should be your first clue that you have the wrong internet site. These websites are not connected to any government agency and will offer to help you file for unemployment and ask you for personal information. Most legitimate government websites will end in “.gov.” — Harry in West Virginia

Dear Heloise: When shopping for the perfect wedding dress, I had my mother take a photo of me with my phone wearing the dresses that I liked while holding a note including the name of the shop the dress was in, the price and a couple other notations. This made it easier and less emotional when I made my final decision. — Tracy in Arizona

Dear Heloise: I don’t have a surgical face mask, so I use a bandanna to cover my face when I’m out and about. My daughter claims a bandanna is really not a good barrier method, and says I need to order a face mask online. What’s the scoop on mask-wearing? — Anna in Oregon

Anna, a bandanna can be used, but it really isn’t the best solution. If you’re looking for a more stylish mask, there are sites online that sell face masks that fit better and provide better protection than a bandanna. But you can also buy inexpensive, disposable face masks that are effective in containing and preventing transmission of this deadly virus. — Heloise