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What You Should Know about Telehealth Companies Selling Compounded Drugs

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What You Should Know about Telehealth Companies Selling Compounded Drugs

Ads don’t always give the full picture.

Ebola in U.S.: Where There’s Fear, There’s Fraud

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Ebola in U.S.: Where There’s Fear, There’s Fraud

Three companies warned by federal regulators about advertising claims that products can treat deadly virus.

E-Cigs Subject to Pre-Market Approval under FDA Final Rules

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E-Cigs Subject to Pre-Market Approval under FDA Final Rules

Critics say there are still gaps in regulation of marketing of vaping products.

Puff Bar Flavors Resurface Following FDA Ban

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Puff Bar Flavors Resurface Following FDA Ban

FDA says it is aware of the situation but declined to comment on the regulatory status of disposable e-cigarette brand.

Vemma

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Vemma

TINA.org investigated Vemma Nutrition Company, an Arizona-based multilevel marketing company that sold liquid supplements, energy drinks, and weight management products, and found that it was operating a pyramid scheme that…

TINA.org Reports Balance of Nature’s Coronavirus Claims to FDA, FTC

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TINA.org Reports Balance of Nature’s Coronavirus Claims to FDA, FTC

Company falsely claims its ‘Fruits’ and ‘Veggies’ supplements can prevent and help treat the coronavirus.

FTC, FDA Tackle Misleading Marketing of Dangerous Products to Kids — Again

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FTC, FDA Tackle Misleading Marketing of Dangerous Products to Kids — Again

First, e-liquids. Now, THC edibles. Will energy drinks be next?

Study Calls on FDA to Act on Stimulant Found in Weight-Loss Products

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Study Calls on FDA to Act on Stimulant Found in Weight-Loss Products

Amphetamine-like ingredient found in Acacia rigidula dietary supplements could trigger harmful reactions.

FDA Tackles CBD

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FDA Tackles CBD

FDA to consider legal pathways for cannabis-derived compound.

The Perfect Part

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The Perfect Part

Opportunistic eBay seller falsely claims alleged surgical face masks are FDA approved.

Social Media Influencers

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Social Media Influencers

TINA.org found social media influencers ignored FTC warnings and continued promoting brands without proper disclosures.

GSA Advantage

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GSA Advantage

TINA.org investigated the U.S. General Services Administration’s online shopping system, GSA Advantage!®, which supplies products and services to federal agencies, the District of Columbia, state and local governments, and certain…

Williams-Sonoma

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Williams-Sonoma

TINA.org investigated Williams-Sonoma and found that seven of its websites — Williams-Sonoma, Williams-Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, Pottery Barn, PBteen, Pottery Barn Kids and West Elm — were marketing products as made…

Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny