Physicians Weight Loss Centers of America, Inc., et al.; Prohibited Trade Practices, and Affirmative Corrective Actions

Summary

Physicians Weight Loss Centers of America, Inc. and its affiliates have agreed to cease misrepresenting weight-loss programs and provide scientific data to support future claims, as well as disclose safety and health risks.

Original source language: Federal Register — Federal Trade CommissionOpen original release →

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