Australian brand fined over 'anti-virus activewear' claim

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SYDNEY (AFP) - A popular Australian activewear brand has been fined for implying its 'anti-virus' leggings and tops are effective at protecting wearers against the coronavirus, health officials said.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SYDNEY - A popular Australian activewear brand has been fined for implying its"anti-virus" leggings and tops are effective at protecting wearers against the coronavirus, health officials said.

"This kind of advertising could have detrimental consequences for the Australian community, creating a false sense of security and leading people to be less vigilant about hygiene and social distancing," Department of Health Deputy Secretary John Skerritt said.

 

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