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HWG
Abbreviation for Heilmittelwerbegesetz
In short and in plain language
The HWG is a German law on adverts in the field of health.
It covers adverts for medicines, treatments and medical methods. For example, it limits how the results of a treatment may be shown.
For websites of practices and health workers it sets limits. This applies to texts, images and promises.
Definition
The HWG is the German Act on Advertising in the Healthcare Sector, covering medicines, treatments and medical procedures. It limits, for example, how treatment results may be presented. For websites of practices and health professions it sets limits on texts, images and promises.