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Miracle Health Claims: Add a Dose of Skepticism

Internet URL

http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/health/hea07.shtm  

This document also available in Spanish

Sponsoring Agency

Federal Trade Commission

Description

Remember the first rule of thumb for evaluating health claims: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. This brochure will help you spot false and unsubstantiated claims. It describes some typical areas where fraud flourishes and suggests how you can protect yourself.

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Review Date

10/24/2007

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