Rule CG-STA-007
Outcome statistics: what rule CG-STA-007 checks
Rule CG-STA-007 is one of the checker's outcome statistics rules. It cites 16 CFR Part 255. The reason, source and safer wording are below.
CG-STA-007 · Blocks approval · Citation checked against stored text
Claims that patients live longer, lose a stated amount of weight or have the highest success rate are outcome statistics and comparative claims that need a source, a population and a typicality statement.
Source: FTC Endorsement Guides, 16 CFR Part 255; FTC Act section 5; FTC Health Products Compliance Guidance
Safer wording: Cite the study and population and say what is typical, or remove the figures and comparisons.
16 CFR Part 255 · Needs counsel review
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