A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
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A trusted certification from LegitScript misled consumers into believing websites selling the weight-loss drug retatrutide were legitimate, despite federal laws prohibiting its commercial sale. This deceptive practice on social media highlights a significant lapse in oversight, putting public health at risk. The scandal raises questions about the effectiveness of certification programs in ensuring online safety and the urgent need for stricter regulations to protect consumers from harmful products.
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