Whenever there is a popular current event, scammers never fail to take advantage of it. Whether it’s Michael Jackson’s death or swine flu, scammers will try to capture the influx of search engine traffic to do their deeds.
WPTV reports cases of fake Tamiflu sales.
WEST PALM BEACH, FL– With swine flu anxiety running high, some have already turned to the Internet for a solution.
And all they are getting is ripped off.
The FDA said it is cracking down on hundreds of products being sold as swine flu treatments by scam artists.
Investigators found that people were selling Tamiflu pills that had no Tamiflu in it. If patients are relying on that instead of going to the doctor they could end up in trouble.
If costs is an issue, experts say don’t turn to the Internet for a cheap solution. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.
“People who are financially strapped, there is plenty of Tamiflu from the strategic national stockpile, and…of course there is no charge for that,” said Tim O’Connor of the Palm Beach County Health Department.
To make sure you are getting the real Tamiflu make sure you only obtain it with a prescription through a pharmacy.
You’ve been warned.
Scams in the News (9/14/2009)
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