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FDA: Beware of False or Misleading Claims for Treating Autism
Published April 25, 2014
in FDA
The FDA issued a warning today that several companies are making false or misleading claims about products or therapies that claim to treat or cure autism. The so-called treatments, such as chelation therapy or mineral treatments, carry significant risks, FDA says. Please be aware of the FDA’s warning and follow their tips to help you identify false or misleading claims.
http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm394757.htm
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