National Council Against Health Fraud

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An anti-quackery group. See Health fraud, Quackery.

Natl Council Against Health Fraud–mission

Conduct studies on the claims made for health care products and services

Educate the public, professionals, legislators, business people, organizations, and agencies about untruths and deceptions

Provide a communication center for individuals and organizations concerned about health misinformation, fraud, and quackery

Support sound consumer health laws and oppose legislation that undermines consumer rights

Encourage legal actions against law violators

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