Wal-born Settlement-Exp 2/4/2013

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http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/cases/walgreens/index.shtm

Did you buy “Wal-Born” dietary supplements?

You may be eligible for a refund.
Walgreens has agreed to pay nearly $6 million to settle FTC charges that the company made deceptive claims about its “Wal-Born” line of dietary supplements. According to the FTC, Walgreens claimed that Wal-Born could effectively prevent colds, fight germs, and boost the immune system, but the company did not back up those claims with scientific evidence.
Anyone who bought “Wal-Born” supplements between December 1, 2004, and March 29, 2010, can apply for a refund. Each person is eligible to receive up to $5 per product purchased for up to six products. The deadline to file a claim is February 4, 2013.


Consumer Information

• Pills that Prevent the Common Cold? A Tough Claim to Swallow
• Dietary Supplements

Business Information

• Substantiation: The Science of Compliance
• Dietary Supplements: An Advertising Guide for Industry

FTC @ Work

• FTC Tells Consumers They May Be Due a Refund If They Purchased Walgreens’ “Wal-Born” Cold and Flu Supplements
• Complaint
• Final Judgment