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Foreign Desk | April 14, 2003, Monday
A RESPIRATORY ILLNESS: CASHING IN; The Internet Is Awash in Ads for Products Promising Cures or Protection

By MELODY PETERSEN (NYT) 984 words
Late Edition - Final , Section A , Page 12 , Column 1

ABSTRACT - Federal health officials warn consumers to be wary of advertisements on Internet for products claiming to prevent SARS; Food and Drug Administration Comr Mark B McClellen says risk of contracting disease in United States is 'very, very low,' and there is no evidence that any specific drug is effective against it; photos (M) Type ''SARS'' into an Internet search engine and advertisements from a variety of companies pop up offering products as diverse as health supplements, disinfectants and special protective suits that marketers say will keep the new disease, severe acute respiratory syndrome, at bay.

One company offers a disinfectant that it says ''kills SARS supervirus.'' A supplement maker advertises a pill that it says will ward off SARS by bolstering the immune system. Another Web site offers the ''SARS protective kit,'' including a respirator, antimicrobial hand-cleaners and a pair of latex gloves, all on sale for $155.



 

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