What are some examples of advertisements that contravene Section 31A of the HCSA?
The Healthcare Services Act 2020 (HCSA) FAQs, Enhanced advertising control of healthcare service
Some examples of advertisements by non-HCSA licensees that contravene Section 31A of the HCSA:
Advertisement by a Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic: “We treat chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes and all cardiac conditions.”
Advertisement by a Chiropractic Clinic: “We are experienced in treating scoliosis.”
Related questions
What are some examples of advertisements that comply with Section 31A of the HCSA?
Who does the prohibition under Section 31A of the HCSA apply to?
Will advertisements involving the use of terms specific to the principles and prescribed practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine, without reference to any diagnosis or terminology used in Western Medicine be allowed? E.g., the use of “消渴症” instead of “diabetes”.
Do Healthcare Service (Advertisement) Regulations (HCS (Advertisement) Regulations) cover advertisements of non-licensable healthcare services (e.g. Traditional Chinese Medicine, physiotherapy, chiropractic)?
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