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NAD Considers Material Connection Disclosures on LinkedIn

Agendia made two posts on LinkedIn that linked to articles in which Dr. Nathalie Johnson touts Agendia’s genomic test to evaluate early-stage breast cancer over Genomic Health’s competing test. Genomic Health filed an NAD...more

Quarles & Brady LLP

A Prescription for Caution: Senators Release Investigative Report on Direct-To-Consumer Telehealth Models

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On July 17, the offices of Senators Durbin (D. IL.), Warren (D. MA.), Sanders (I. VT.), and Welch (D. VT.) (collectively, “Senators”) released a report summarizing the results of a nine month investigation into...more

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Gender-Affirming Care: Key Takeaways from FTC’s July 2025 Workshop on Unfair Or Deceptive Trade Practices

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On July 9, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a workshop focused on perceived “dangers” arising from unfair or deceptive trade practices in marketing a variety of health care services falling under the label of...more

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California AG Reaches Landmark $1.55 Million CCPA Settlement with Healthline Over Alleged Privacy Violations

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On July 1, 2025, the California Attorney General’s (AG) Office announced a record-setting $1.55 million settlement with Healthline Media, a prominent provider of health and wellness information and operator of Healthline.com...more

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In Our "Wellness Retreat" Era. But First, the Paperwork.

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These days, the explosive growth of the wellness industry—fueled by increased consumer interest in healthy lifestyle choices—presents a prime opportunity for brands to showcase their offerings through “wellness retreats” with...more

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[Podcast] AD Nauseam: Left to Our Own Devices

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In this episode, hosts Amy Mudge and Daniel Kaufman discuss various health-related cases involving medical devices and FTC rulings. They delve into notable cases such as the QRay bracelet, which claimed pain relief through...more

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Defense-Friendly Anti-Kickback Statute and False Claims Act Marketing and Advertising Decisions

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On April 14, 2025, the Seventh and Second Circuits each issued opinions narrowing the scope of advertising, marketing, and booking fee activities that run afoul of the federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS). See United States v....more

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Beyond the Glow: Key Medical Spa Compliance Challenges and Legal Pitfalls

The medical spa industry is rapidly growing, driven by technological advances and shifting consumer preferences for cosmetic and wellness services. While this growth offers many business opportunities for healthcare...more

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Arizona AG Takes Action Against Company for Alleged Deceptive Marketing Practices

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Last month, Arizona Attorney General (AG) Kris Mayes announced a lawsuit alleging that CBR Systems, Inc. (CBR), one of the nation’s largest cord blood banking companies, engaged in deceptive and unfair practices....more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Stay ADvised: 2025, Issue 6

Reckitt Benckiser Tastes Sweet Success as Mucinex Honey False Ad Dismissed - Plaintiffs alleging that Reckitt Benckiser falsely advertised certain Mucinex products as containing honey failed to sufficiently allege that the...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

New Ohio Transparency Pricing Rules for Hospitals Comes with Limits to Targeted Advertising

Starting April 3, Ohio hospitals will have to navigate new requirements under House Bill 173. This law mandates greater transparency in healthcare pricing. It also includes rules for selling or targeted advertising related to...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Two Class Actions Take a ShOt at Substantiation for Lemme’s GLP-1 Daily Supplement

Two new class action complaints, both captioned Robins v. Lemme Inc., were filed in in California Superior Court and the Southern District of New York on February 19 and March 9, respectively....more

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Client Alert: The Future of Pharmaceutical Advertising on Television: Legal and Regulatory Considerations

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The debate over pharmaceutical advertising on television has resurfaced with renewed vigor, among populist conservatives and activists, such as Charlie Kirk, who have advocated for regulatory intervention, and from Robert F....more

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Finally, FDA’s Final Word on Unapproved Use Communications

On January 7, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA” or “Agency”) released a long-awaited guidance titled, “Communications From Firms to Health Care Providers Regarding Scientific Information on Unapproved Uses of...more

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2024 State AG Year in Review

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State attorneys general (AGs) continue to play a pivotal role as innovators, shaping the regulatory environment by leveraging their expertise and resources to influence policy and practice. The public-facing nature of AG...more

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Meta’s New Advertising Rules: Key Considerations for Health and Wellness Businesses

Advertising on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram is a common marketing strategy for many businesses. Government agencies and consumer advocates have increasingly scrutinized this practice to determine if...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Stay ADvised: 2025, Issue 3

FTC's Final Junk Fees Rule Narrowed in Scope - On December 17, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its final Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, commonly known as the "Junk Fees Rule." This final rule has a...more

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FDA Finalizes Guidance on Communication of Scientific Information on Unapproved Uses and Releases Updated First Amendment Analysis

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On January 7, 2025, FDA published a final guidance entitled Communications From Firms to Health Care Providers Regarding Scientific Information on Unapproved Uses of Approved/Cleared Medical Products - Questions and Answers...more

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Healthcare Authority Newsletter - December 2024 #1

News Briefs - FDA Guidelines Require TV Drug Ads to Be Simpler, More Direct - Those ever-present TV drug ads showing patients hiking, biking, or enjoying a day at the beach could soon have a different look: New rules require...more

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AI Doesn’t Automatically Get the Gold: The Mixed Bag of Olympic AI Ads

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Watching the Olympics has been a thrilling ride, with jaw-dropping athletic feats and heartwarming displays of sportsmanship. But amidst this celebration of human excellence, the barrage of AI ads has been a mixed bag. While...more

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2024 Mid-Year Review: State AGs Shaping Regulatory Landscapes

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In 2024, the landscape of state attorneys general (AGs) is poised for significant change, with numerous elections and regulatory actions reshaping priorities and enforcement strategies. This dynamic environment reflects the...more

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AI Visual Media Increasingly Draws Investor Attention

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) visual media is having a moment, with PitchBook reporting that “startups are raising record sums to bring AI-generated visuals to enterprise clients.” This subset of generative AI saw VC funding...more

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8 Ways Life Sciences Cos. Can Adapt to the Social Media Era

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Social media usage worldwide is showing no signs of slowing as it permeates all aspects of our daily lives. Originally published in Law360 - September 11, 2023....more

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FDA’s Final Rule on Direct-to-Consumer Advertising – Presentation of Risk Information

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In November 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its final rule (Rule) to amend its regulations concerning radio and television direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertisements (ads) for human prescription drugs...more

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FDA Issues Long-Overdue Regulations on Direct-To-Consumer Advertisements for Prescription Medications

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On November 21, 2023, the FDA published its final rule changing how prescriptions medicines are advertised to consumers. The FDA first issued its proposed rule in 2010, which subsequently went through three public comment...more

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