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    CR Digital Archive

    November 2013

    Special Section

    It's showtime for health care reform
    What the Affordable Care Act means for you and your family

    Lab Tests

    Glucose meter reviews
    We found several models that are ideal for monitoring at home
    Treadmill desks let you walk while you work
    They keep you moving during the day

    Cars

    Ford Focus ST review
    An affordable, sporty, fun-to-drive hatchback
    Top high-performance tires
    Michelin is among the best for all-season, summer, and winter tires
    Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs. Ram 1500
    Chevy's on top, but second place looks better to some
    Best car batteries
    Big brands don't always mean big performance

    Up Front

    Activity monitors cover more than just footsteps
    These devices monitor your daily health
    Which brand is making the best bacon?
    Tests of regular and thick-sliced uncooked, precooked, and turkey bacons
    GustBuster windproof umbrella review
    How sturdy is the windproof umbrella?
    Best restaurant brands sold in supermarkets
    Do the foods sold in stores resemble their restaurant counterparts?

    CR Health

    Don't wait to plan long-term care
    Most of us will need help as we age. Here's what to do—and how to pay for it

    CR Money

    Dump your big bank and save
    Tired of your megabank's fees, tactics, and practices?

    Departments

    From our president: What's a body to do?

    Cover story

    Top products and great buys for every budget
    Our roundup of more than 550 items from a year's worth of testing

    The November 2013 issue of Consumer Reports provides the latest ratings and reviews plus rigorous reporting on issues that impact consumers. Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services, with more than 7 million paying members.
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