Are there provisions to prevent a licensee from using names of MOH's related agencies in their advertisement? For example, can licensees use terms like “MOH’s Healthier SG” or "HSA's XXXX Program" when advertising their healthcare services?

Question

Are there provisions to prevent a licensee from using names of MOH's related agencies in their advertisement? For example, can licensees use terms like “MOH’s Healthier SG” or "HSA's XXXX Program" when advertising their healthcare services?

Accepted Answer

HCSA does not govern the use of names of MOH’s related agencies in advertising. However, this will be controlled by the agencies whose programs the services purport to be a part of. Licensees will need to comply with the rules stipulated for the respective programs.

In general, licensees should ensure that their advertisements are factual and not deemed to be misleading to the general public and comply with all the requirements under Healthcare Services (Advertisement) Regulations.

Are there provisions to prevent a licensee from using names of MOH's related agencies in their advertisement? For example, can licensees use terms like “MOH’s Healthier SG” or "HSA's XXXX Program" when advertising their healthcare services?

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