Over the past year, there has been a significant increase in the number of products advertised online that falsely claim endorsement by Diabetes Canada, often using our logo without authorization.
Diabetes Canada does not endorse any medical health products, and all such advertisements or claims constitute fraudulent endorsements. These misleading ads are pervasive and feature items ranging from purported "GPL-1 oral drops" to counterfeit blood-glucose monitors, as well as entire websites falsely presenting themselves as affiliated with Diabetes Canada.
We understand how upsetting and damaging these scam products or endorsements can be to people who live with, or care for someone who lives with diabetes.
The number of products, services and content targeting people who live with diabetes is growing rapidly, so we encourage people to always be cautious when signing up for services, downloading apps or accessing health advice online.
What can you do?
Diabetes Canada advises people living with diabetes, caregivers and parents to first consult with their health care provider about their diabetes management when considering a change in device, treatment, medication or product.
If you see one of these fraudulent ads or products, please let us know by emailing info@diabetes.ca or calling 1-800 BANTING (226-8464).